CHE8 Carrier Innovation Technologies, GmbH
Global Category Director - Electronics(m/w/x)
Full-timeOn-siteManagement
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CACarrier Innovation Technologies GmbH
Global Category Director - Compressors & Refrigerants(m/w/x)
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Full-timeOn-siteSenior
Nejo AI Summary
Category strategy development for high-tech heating/cooling components, optimizing total cost of ownership and leading BOM development. 12+ years in strategic sourcing with global category management experience required. At world leader in high-tech heating/cooling solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering
- Master’s or MBA preferred
- 12+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain
- Global category management experience
- Proven track record in cost optimization, supplier negotiations, and risk management
- Experience in industrial, HVAC, or manufacturing sectors preferred
- Proficiency in procurement systems (SAP, Ariba) and analytics tools
- Strong understanding of cost modeling, commodity markets, and sourcing best practices
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
- Ability to influence across functions and cultures in a matrixed organization
- English required; additional languages (German, French, Spanish) a plus
Tasks
- Develop and implement a comprehensive category strategy
- Optimize total cost of ownership through cost modeling and sourcing innovation
- Lead costed BOM development aligned with product lifecycle
- Drive dual sourcing and supplier qualification for supply continuity
- Manage strategic relationships with key suppliers and negotiate long-term agreements
- Own vendor performance data and report metrics to leadership
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical exposure
- Establish a cross-functional network with engineering and operations
- Partner with NPI and engineering teams for early supplier involvement
- Collaborate with sustainability teams for responsible sourcing
- Maintain expert knowledge of global supply markets and cost drivers
- Monitor market trends and competitive benchmarks for sourcing decisions
- Identify and implement VA/VE opportunities with suppliers
- Lead the category team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement
- Build organizational capability in strategic sourcing and negotiation
- Champion digital procurement tools for data-driven decision-making
Work Experience
- 12 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Native
- German – Basic
- French – Basic
- Spanish – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- SAP
- Ariba
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CACarrier Innovation Technologies GmbH
Global Category Director - Compressors & Refrigerants(m/w/x)
Luzern
Full-timeOn-siteSenior
Nejo AI Summary
Category strategy development for high-tech heating/cooling components, optimizing total cost of ownership and leading BOM development. 12+ years in strategic sourcing with global category management experience required. At world leader in high-tech heating/cooling solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering
- Master’s or MBA preferred
- 12+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain
- Global category management experience
- Proven track record in cost optimization, supplier negotiations, and risk management
- Experience in industrial, HVAC, or manufacturing sectors preferred
- Proficiency in procurement systems (SAP, Ariba) and analytics tools
- Strong understanding of cost modeling, commodity markets, and sourcing best practices
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
- Ability to influence across functions and cultures in a matrixed organization
- English required; additional languages (German, French, Spanish) a plus
Tasks
- Develop and implement a comprehensive category strategy
- Optimize total cost of ownership through cost modeling and sourcing innovation
- Lead costed BOM development aligned with product lifecycle
- Drive dual sourcing and supplier qualification for supply continuity
- Manage strategic relationships with key suppliers and negotiate long-term agreements
- Own vendor performance data and report metrics to leadership
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical exposure
- Establish a cross-functional network with engineering and operations
- Partner with NPI and engineering teams for early supplier involvement
- Collaborate with sustainability teams for responsible sourcing
- Maintain expert knowledge of global supply markets and cost drivers
- Monitor market trends and competitive benchmarks for sourcing decisions
- Identify and implement VA/VE opportunities with suppliers
- Lead the category team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement
- Build organizational capability in strategic sourcing and negotiation
- Champion digital procurement tools for data-driven decision-making
Work Experience
- 12 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Native
- German – Basic
- French – Basic
- Spanish – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- SAP
- Ariba
Find the original job posting in its most current version here. Nejo automatically captured this job from the website of Carrier Innovation Technologies GmbH and processed the information on Nejo with the help of AI for you. Despite careful analysis, some information may be incomplete or inaccurate. Please always verify all details in the original posting! Content and copyrights of the original posting belong to the advertising company.
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About the Company
Carrier Innovation Technologies GmbH
Industry
Manufacturing
Description
Carrier is the world’s leader in high-technology heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration solutions, committed to innovation and sustainability.
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