Country: MexicoLocation: LOC5002: Carrier - Plant B, Carretera a García Km. 1.3, Parque STIVA, Santa Catarina, 66350 MexicoCarrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter, and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. Join us and we can make a difference together.Key Responsibilities:Manage global category spend for approximately $400 - 500M.Build short and long-term Contract Manufacturing category strategy to ensure operational excellence and efficiencies.Establish a cross-functional network and foster collaboration with suppliers, supply chain organization, engineering, quality, and product management.Own vendor performance data and report metrics to leadership.Develop and implement a category strategy optimizing affordability, availability, agility, and innovation.Manage external relationships with suppliers, including contract negotiations and new product development.Collaborate within the Global Strategic Sourcing team and across Product Management and Engineering.Maintain expert knowledge of global supply markets, competitors, and product innovations.Build and develop a team of Contract Manufacturing experts to drive global performance.Required Experience:Bachelor's degree.Conversational English level.Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.10+ years experience in sourcing environment and familiarity with industrial operations.Strategic sourcing experience in Contract Manufacturing.Experience with strategic sourcing and lean tools.Digital dexterity and ability to leverage data.Strong knowledge of supply chain strategy and category specific experience.Proven track record of successful leadership, negotiation, and strategic communication.Preferred Experience:Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, finance, or business.MBA or professional certifications (CPM, CPSM, CIRM, CPIM).Independently driven problem solver with appetite to address complex challenges.Strong business acumen and experience collaborating across various levels within a global organization.Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.#J-18808-Ljbffr