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Carrier Innovation Technologies GmbH
4mo ago

Global Category Assoc. Director - Valves(m/w/x)

Luzern
Full-timeOn-siteManagement

Description

In this role, you will develop and execute a global category strategy while optimizing costs and ensuring supply continuity. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing supplier relationships, and driving innovation in sourcing practices.

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Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering
  • •Master’s or MBA preferred
  • •10+ 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

Education

Bachelor's degree
OR
Master's degree

Work Experience

10 years

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

Tools & Technologies

SAPAriba

Languages

English – Business Fluent

German – Basic

French – Basic

Spanish – Basic

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