Director Supplier Performance & Capacity Management US / RLC

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 the Role

The Director Supplier Performance & Capacity Management is responsible for developing and executing strategies to enhance the resilience, sustainability, and agility of the company’s material supply chain. This role focuses on risk management, supplier diversification, demand-supply balancing, and the implementation of digital tools to improve supply chain visibility and responsiveness. The director will work cross-functionally with sourcing, operations, logistics, and finance teams to ensure continuity of supply while mitigating disruptions caused by geopolitical, environmental, or economic factors.

Key Responsibilities

Resiliency Strategy & Risk Management:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive materials resiliency strategy to proactively address supply chain risks.

• Identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities, including supplier dependencies, geopolitical risks, and raw material shortages.

• Implement scenario planning and risk assessment frameworks to enhance decision-making.

Supplier Diversification & Strategic Sourcing:

• Lead efforts to diversify supplier base to reduce reliance on single-source or high-risk suppliers.

• Develop relationships with alternative and nearshore suppliers to improve supply flexibility.

• Partner with category management teams to optimize sourcing strategies.

Supply Chain Visibility & Digital Transformation:

• Utilize advanced analytics, AI, and digital tools to improve end-to-end supply chain visibility.

• Implement real-time monitoring solutions for critical materials and suppliers.

• Leverage predictive analytics to anticipate and address potential disruptions.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work closely with internal stakeholders (engineering, operations, logistics, and finance) to align resiliency strategies with business objectives.

• Lead cross-functional teams to implement supply chain continuity plans.

Performance Metrics & Continuous Improvement:

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure supply chain resiliency and supplier performance.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and responsiveness.

• Implement sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of materials sourcing.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• 10+ years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or materials management, with a focus on risk management and resiliency

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop and execute global supply chain risk mitigation strategies.

• Strong understanding of geopolitical, economic, and environmental factors affecting global supply chains.

• Experience with digital supply chain tools, AI-driven analytics, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

• Experience in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, or technology industries is a plus.

• Expertise in supplier negotiations, contract management, and strategic sourcing.

• Knowledge of sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles in supply chain.

• Lean, Six Sigma, or APICS certification

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