Carrier Innovation Technologies GmbH
Global Category Assoc. Director - Valves(m/w/x)
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Carrier Innovation Technologies GmbH3 Monate
Global Category Assoc. Director - Packaging & Plastics(m/w/x)
Management
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In this role, you will develop and execute a global category strategy while optimizing costs and supplier performance. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing supplier relationships, and driving innovation to support business growth and sustainability goals.
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Anforderungen
- •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
- •Travel ~15–20% globally
- •Strategic thinking with strong execution focus
- •Data-driven decision-making and analytical rigor
- •Leadership and talent development
- •Supplier relationship management and collaboration
- •Continuous improvement and innovation mindset
Bachelor-Abschluss
ODER
Master-Abschluss
Berufserfahrung
10 Jahre
Deine Aufgaben
- •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
- •Negotiate long-term agreements focusing on cost and quality
- •Report vendor performance metrics to leadership
- •Identify and mitigate supply chain risks
- •Establish a cross-functional network with engineering and operations
- •Partner with NPI and engineering 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
- •Identify and implement innovation initiatives with suppliers
- •Lead the category team, fostering collaboration and improvement
- •Build organizational capability in strategic sourcing and negotiation
- •Champion digital procurement tools for data-driven decisions
Tools & Technologien
SAPAriba
Sprachen
Englisch – verhandlungssicher
Deutsch – Grundkenntnisse
Französisch – Grundkenntnisse
Spanisch – Grundkenntnisse
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