Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing - Finished Goods

h3Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing - Finished Goods /h3h3Location /h3pLocation: Lucerne, Switzerland (Hybrid) /ph3About the Role /h3pAs the global category leader for Finished Goods, you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive sourcing strategy that supports Carrier's business objectives while optimizing cost, availability, quality, innovation, and speed-to-market. /ppWorking closely with regional procurement teams, engineering, operations, product management, and business leaders, you will lead strategic initiatives that enhance competitiveness and ensure consistent execution across our global network. /ppThis role reports into the Global Procurement organization and is based in Lucerne, Switzerland. /ph3What You'll Do /h3h3Lead Global Category Strategy /h3ulliDevelop and execute a global sourcing strategy for Carrier's Finished Goods category. /liliDrive productivity, cost optimization, supplier competitiveness, and working capital improvements. /liliLead sourcing events, supplier selection processes, and commercial negotiations. /liliAlign regional procurement teams around global strategies, governance, and best practices. /liliDeliver sourcing initiatives that support profitable growth and operational excellence. /liliDevelop and execute sourcing strategies for OEM systems and finished goods that enhance competitiveness, support growth, drive innovation, and ensure supply continuity across Carrier's global portfolio. /li /ulh3Build Strategic Supplier Partnerships /h3ulliDevelop and manage relationships with key global suppliers. /liliNegotiate agreements covering cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and sustainability objectives. /liliDrive supplier performance management and continuous improvement initiatives. /liliMitigate supply chain risks through proactive planning, dual sourcing strategies, and supplier diversification. /liliDrive supplier risk management strategies that enhance supply chain resilience through proactive mitigation, diversification, and continuity planning. /li /ulh3Influence Innovation and Business Growth /h3ulliPartner with Product Management, Engineering, Operations, Quality, and regional business teams. /liliLeverage supplier capabilities, industry trends, and market intelligence to support innovation. /liliBalance global sourcing priorities with regional business needs and customer requirements. /liliSupport new product introductions and strategic growth initiatives. /li /ulh3What We're Looking For /h3ulliBachelor's degree in Procurement, Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field. /lili10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, or supply chain leadership. /liliProven success developing and implementing global category strategies. /liliExperience managing supplier relationships and leading complex negotiations. /liliStrong stakeholder management skills within matrix organizations. /liliExcellent communication and influencing abilities. /liliFluent English language skills. /liliWillingness to travel internationally (approximately 15-20%). /li /ulh3Preferred Qualifications /h3ulliMBA or equivalent advanced degree. /liliCPSM, MCIPS, or similar professional procurement certification. /liliExperience within industrial manufacturing, HVAC, automotive, medical devices, or related sectors. /liliAdditional European language skills. /li /ulh3What We Offer /h3ulliA highly visible global leadership role. /liliExposure to senior stakeholders across multiple regions. /liliOpportunity to influence enterprise-wide sourcing strategy. /liliInternational career development opportunities. /liliCompetitive compensation and bonus structure. /liliHybrid working environment. /liliRelocation support for qualified international candidates. /li /ulpAt Carrier, you'll have the opportunity to work with a global team that is transforming the future of climate and energy solutions. /ph3Pay Range /h3pCHF140,000.00 - CHF280,000.00 /p #J-18808-Ljbffr