Leading strategic sourcing for Carrier Climate Solutions across Europe, managing $1.5bn yearly spend. Seeking an influential leader with strong skills in complex environments to guide a team of 20.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a globally aligned category strategy and long-range plan within the region
Deliver category targets across cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance
Align with cross-functional stakeholders (R&D, Product Lines, Quality, Operations)
Drive end-to-end supplier management and development
Secure contractual requirements and run continuous, data-driven negotiations
Identify and mitigate supply risk by building resiliency
Integrate ESG requirements into sourcing decisions
Champion e-sourcing, e-auctions, analytics, dashboards, and leverage cost models
Ensure early supplier involvement and guide NPI/NPD sourcing
Provide functional and disciplinary leadership and grow the team
Requirements
Master's degree within engineering, business or an equivalent field
15+ years leadership experience in comparable roles
Strong communication skills and ability to lead by influence
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