Transformation Project Leader, Rental Systems

About Carrier:

Carrier Global Corporation, 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. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

About This Role:

Carrier’s Commercial HVAC business is seeking a collaborative, experienced project manager to serve as the focal point for Carrier Rentals’ transformation initiatives. The Transformation Project Leader’s initial focus will be partnering across the Rentals organization and Carrier Digital Team to facilitate the ERP implementation and associated change management efforts.

Beyond this, the role will drive broader business transformation projects, by working closely with cross-functional partners to develop key business metrics, establish operational and sales cadences, and align sales processes with other CHVAC entities.

The ideal candidate will think strategically, build strong relationships, execute project plans, track performance, and support effective delivery This role is highly visible and fast paced, ideal for someone who thrives, cross-functional collaboration and supporting, both strategic initiatives and day-to-day tactical project requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, drive, and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for Rentals transformation initiatives

• Support the development and execution of change management, training, and communications plans

• Facilitate collaboration and change management/adoption of new processes and technologies through engagement at all levels of the organization

• Assist in identifying key performance indicators (KPIs), tracking project progress, and regularly communicating project updates, risks and challenges to all stakeholders

• Collaborate with various stakeholders, to ensure alignment and successful project delivery

• Actively drive sustainment of transformation initiatives by helping to monitor performance and coordinating interventions when needed

• Work closely with digital partners and business stakeholders to ensure solutions are implemented according to timeline, budget and scope. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• 5+ years of experience project management including planning, communication and partnerships with diverse functional stakeholder groups

• 20% travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience assessing complex business issues & driving improvements

• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead high impact transformation projects, including digital technologies, sales, operations, business process improvements

• Knowledge of practical project management methodologies, best practices and tools

• Demonstrated analytical skills, attention to detail, superior problem-solving skills, resourcefulness with the ability to work closely with teams to clarify issues, explore solutions and support data-driven decision making

• Ability to organize and conduct events and workshops with cross-functional teams

• Experience helping link a series of projects into a cohesive program through alignment and communication

• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage at all levels of the organization (tactical to strategic)

• Capability to contribute both strategic insights and hands on tactical execution

• Effective collaboration and influence of non-direct reporting resources

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience creating clear project communications for executive audiences

• Strong experience with MSOffice tools, PowerPoint, and Excel, project collaboration tools (Monday.com, Asana) and ability to assemble supporting materials for review

• Demonstrated capability to successfully pivot between functional topics (including sa