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CACarrier Innovation Technologies GmbH

Associate Director - Motors, Fans, & Blowers(m/w/x)

Luzern
Full-timeOn-siteManagement
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Global category strategy development for motors, fans, and blowers in HVAC and refrigeration. 10+ years in strategic sourcing or supply chain with global category management experience required. Global travel for supplier negotiations and strategy implementation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or preferred Master’s/MBA
  • 10+ years strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience
  • Global category management experience
  • Track record in cost optimization, negotiations, and risk management
  • Preferred experience in industrial, HVAC, or manufacturing sectors
  • Proficiency in procurement systems and analytics tools
  • Understanding of cost modeling, commodity markets, and sourcing
  • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
  • Ability to influence across functions and cultures
  • Required English and beneficial German, French, or Spanish

Tasks

  • Develop and implement global category strategies
  • Optimize total cost of ownership through innovation
  • Lead costed BOM development and roadmaps
  • Drive dual sourcing and supplier qualification
  • Negotiate long-term agreements and ESG compliance
  • Manage vendor performance data and metrics
  • Identify and mitigate supply chain risks
  • Establish cross-functional networks with engineering and operations
  • Partner with NPI teams for early supplier involvement
  • Collaborate on responsible sourcing and sustainability
  • Monitor global supply markets and emerging technologies
  • Track market trends and competitive benchmarks
  • Implement VA/VE opportunities with suppliers
  • Lead and develop the category team
  • Champion digital procurement tools and analytics

Work Experience

  • approx. 4 - 6 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • English – Business Fluent
  • German – Basic
  • French – Basic
  • Spanish – Basic

Tools & Technologies

  • SAP
  • Ariba
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