About the role
the senior category manager – machined castings will lead the global strategy for the machined castings category, driving supplier performance, cost competitiveness, and long‑term sourcing strategy. This role plays a critical part in aligning engineering, product management, and supply chain to ensure the right supplier network is in place to support business growth, innovation, and operational excellence.
Key responsibilities
define and execute the global category strategy and technology roadmap for machined castings.
Develop and manage a high‑performing global supplier network aligned with cost, quality, delivery, and reliability objectives.
Lead supplier selection, qualification and development in collaboration with engineering and product teams, especially during npi phases.
Identify supply risks and implement mitigation strategies, including dual sourcing and supplier diversification.
Negotiate long‑term global contracts and drive continuous cost improvement initiatives.
Requirements
we are looking for people who are strategic, collaborative, and results‑driven with strong leadership and negotiation capabilities. If this is you, get in touch.
As a minimum you must have
bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
5–7 years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management within a manufacturing environment.
Experience managing global suppliers and working across multiple regions and time zones.
Strong negotiation experience with international suppliers.
Advanced english communication skills (written and verbal).
Additional preferred experience
experience in machined castings, metals, or related manufacturing processes.
Experience leading teams or influencing cross‑functional stakeholders at a senior level.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in excel and powerpoint.
Benefits
health insurance for your peace of mind.
Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
Our commitment to you
our greatest assets are the expertise, creativity and passion of our employees. We strive to provide a great place to work that attracts, develops and retains the best talent, promotes employee engagement, fosters teamwork and ultimately drives innovation for the benefit of our customers. We create an environment where you feel that you belong, with diversity and inclusion as the engine to growth and innovation. This is the carrier way. Join us and make a difference.
Equal opportunity statement
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.
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