Sr. Manager Materials

About Carrier Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive 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 the role As a Sr. Manager – Materials, you will lead a large team of experienced professionals and team leaders responsible for materials and logistics operations. You will define and implement materials and inventory management strategies that support current and future production requirements, while driving operational efficiency, quality, cost reduction and continuous improvement. Your leadership will directly impact the business by ensuring material availability, optimizing inventory performance and enabling reliable and cost-effective operations. Key Responsibilities As a Sr. Manager – Materials & Logistics, you'll be responsible for: • Lead and develop a large team of materials and logistics professionals and team leaders, establishing clear objectives, accountability and performance expectations. • Define and implement materials and inventory management strategies to support production targets, operational requirements and quality standards. • Establish and maintain inventory and quality control systems to ensure material availability, inventory accuracy and adherence to operating schedules. • Lead cost reduction, productivity and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize materials management and logistics operations and improve overall cost effectiveness. • Manage complex, cross-functional projects and report inventory, materials and operational performance, risks and proposed solutions to senior management. Requirements We are looking for people who are strategic, results-oriented leaders with strong materials management, operational and people leadership capabilities. If this is you, get in touch. As a minimum you must have: • University Degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Engineering, Business Administration or a related field. • Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Materials Management, Supply Chain, Logistics or a related function. • Proven experience leading large teams, including experienced professionals and team leaders, in a manufacturing or operations environment. • Strong experience in inventory management, materials planning, logistics operations and implementation of operational control systems. • Demonstrated experience leading cost reduction, continuous improvement and complex cross-functional projects, with the ability to communicate results and recommendations to senior management. Although not necessary, it would be nice if you have: • Experience managing materials and logistics operations within a complex manufacturing environment. • Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data-driven inventory and materials management processes. • Experience applying Lean, continuous improvement or other operational excellence methodologies to materials and logistics processes. Benefits We offer a competitive total rewards package that may include other benefits and well-being programs. Offerings vary by role and location and are designed to support employees’ health, security, and success. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws. 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. Job Applicant's Privacy Notice: Click on this link to read the Job Applicant's Privacy Notice