Sr. Manager, Commodity Management & Sourcing – Professional Services

Sr. Manager, Commodity Management & Sourcing – Professional Services

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Carrier Global Corporation, the global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the beginning, we've led in inventing new technologies and entirely new industries. Today, we continue to lead because we have a world‑class, diverse workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do.

About the role

The Sr. Manager – Commodity Management & Sourcing (Professional Services) is responsible for developing and executing the global sourcing strategy for assigned Professional Services categories in alignment with Carrier’s long‑term objectives. This role plays a critical part in improving efficiency, reducing risk, increasing value, and building strong global programs that deliver optimal cost savings and operational excellence.

The Professional Services portfolio includes a broad set of categories such as: Consulting, Finance, Banking, Legal, Travel, Fleet, Marketing, Human

Resources, Contingent Labor, Engineering, and EH&S Services.
This spend is highly complex and requires strong partnership with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

As a senior leader, you will provide end‑to‑end category oversight, strategic direction, supplier management, and program execution to deliver world‑class sourcing results.

Key Responsibilities

As a Sr. Manager – Commodity Mgmt & Sourcing, you’ll be responsible for:

• Providing strategic leadership and category oversight, including sourcing execution, negotiations, contract implementation, and performance management against established targets.

• Managing key supplier relationships, communicating strategy changes, executing joint initiatives, and overseeing supplier contract negotiations.

• Supporting supplier diversity initiatives and driving continuous improvement through preferred supplier programs.

• Conducting operational and spend analysis, developing annual sourcing strategies, leading supplier negotiations, supplier performance management, and operational support.

• Building and maintaining relationships across all organizational levels to develop optimal sourcing solutions.

• Identifying business demand requirements and partnering with Business Units to deliver annual value improvements and competitive advantage.

• Managing overall relationships with multiple strategic suppliers within the assigned categories.

• Leading the sourcing process from RFQ to contract signature.

• Identifying, developing, and implementing supply chain goals and category strategies based on deep subject‑matter expertise and market knowledge.

• Escalating issues impacting supply chain performance and managing risk effectively.

• Leading multiple initiatives and ensuring accurate program and spend tracking through strong project management capabilities.

Requirements

We are looking for a leader who is proactive, strategic, collaborative, and able to influence at all levels. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

Minimum Qualifications

• University degree and minimum 7 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 5+ years of experience.

• Strong management and leadership experience, with the ability to lead cross‑functional teams and complex initiatives.

• Consultancy and Professional Services procurement experience.

• Demonstrated ability to lead end‑to‑end sourcing processes and supplier management.

• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree.

• Experience leading global teams.

• Strong business judgment with the ability to drive strategy and results.

• Ability to excel in dynamic and fast‑paced environments.

• Skilled in resolving complex problems with both qualitative and quantitative variables.

• Strong business acumen and executive‑level communication abilities.

Benefits

We are committed to offering competitive benefits for all employees and enhancing our programs when necessary.

• Health insurance for peace of mind.

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

• Inclusive and supportive work culture.

Our Commitment to You

Our greatest assets are the expertise, creativity, and passion of our employees. At Carrier, we strive to provide a workplace where you feel you belong, and where diversity and inclusion drive growth and innovation. We continuously develop best‑in‑class programs, seek employee feedback, and challenge ourselves to improve—this is The Carrier Way.

Join us and make a difference.

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