About Carrier:
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the beginning, we've led in inventing new technologies and entirely new industries. Today, we continue to lead because we have a world-class, diverse workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier
About This Role:
Engages cross functional team members while overseeing the execution of key elements of supply chain strategy. Develops supplier standards and networks in support of organization's standards for price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply. Establishes strategy for supplier selection and negotiations.
CSA category management of drives, heaters, ignitors, dampers
Establishes elements of commodity / account management and strategic sourcing plans.
Develops supply chain standards and networks that address capacity issues, production location decisions, etc.
Approves the selection of suppliers to meet the organization's standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply.
Establishes strategy for negotiating awards contracts, specifying spending limits and qualified sources of supply.
Partners with internal clients and stakeholders to identify sourcing needs.
Reviews and recommends supply markets to source for the best practices.
Directs negotiations with suppliers, and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices, and to determine the lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree with 8+ years of experience Direct Materials Strategic Sourcing OR
Masters Degree with 5+ years experience Direct Materials Strategic Sourcing
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time (internationally as needed)
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong experience in CSA category management, specifically with components such as drives, heaters, ignitors, dampers, or related electromechanical assemblies.
Demonstrated success in global strategic sourcing, supplier development, and long-term contract negotiations within a manufacturing environment.
Advanced analytical skills with the ability to conduct cost modeling, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, and market benchmarking.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders across engineering, operations, quality, and finance.
Experience managing global supplier networks, including capacity planning, risk mitigation, and production footprint optimization.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP/Oracle) and strong knowledge of supply chain best practices, including supplier performance management and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred).
Benefits:
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here: Work With Us | Carrier Corporate The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
This position is entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.
Pay Range:
The annual salary for this position is $146,750–$205,250. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date. Job Posting Date: 02/19/2026
Carrier is a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, pioneering sustainable innovations in climate technologies. Founded by Willis Carrier, the inventor of modern air conditioning, we have been shaping industries and enhancing lives for more than a century. With approximately 48,000 employees across 160 countries and more than 35 trusted brands, Carrier serves customers through four business segments: Climate Solutions Americas, Climate Solutions Europe, Climate Solutions Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Climate Solutions Transportation. Our solutions enable healthier, more efficient and more sustainable environments in homes and buildings, and help ensure the safe transportation of food, medicine and vaccines. Grounded in our purpose—we continue to lead through relentless innovation and a deep commitment to customer success, delivering cutting-edge solutions that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Carrier. For the World We Share.
