Global Category Sr. Manager - Copper & Aluminum Raw

Job description

Role Purpose The Sr. Manager – Copper & Aluminum Raw Procurement Leader is responsible for developing and executing a global category strategy that optimizes cost, availability, agility, and innovation. This role leads a team to deliver cost optimization, supplier performance, and strategic alignment with Carrier’s long-term product and technology roadmap. The leader will drive supplier relationship management, costed BOM development, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, product management, and operations to ensure sourcing strategies enable business growth, risk mitigation, and sustainability goals. Key Responsibilities: 1) Category Strategy & Execution Develop and implement a comprehensive category strategy aligned with Carrier’s global supply chain, product, and manufacturing strategies. Optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) through cost modeling, value engineering, and sourcing innovation. Lead costed BOM development and ensure alignment with product lifecycle and technology roadmaps. Drive dual sourcing, re-sourcing, and supplier qualification to ensure supply continuity and competitiveness. 2) Supplier Relationship & Performance Management Manage str...