Associate Procurement Project Leader – Sustaining

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We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.  

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! 

Copeland is seeking a motivated Procurement Professional eager to grow their career in a dynamic and innovative environment. Based at our Sidney, Ohio location, this position is a key member of our Business Unit Procurement team. The Associate Procurement Project Leader – Sustaining will support commodity managers through supplier research, data analysis, contract administration, and coordination of RFPs and RFQs. This role also involves leading sustaining procurement projects aligned with business unit goals and maintaining accurate sourcing documentation in collaboration with internal teams. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-impact procurement function within a leading organization. Join Copeland and play a key role in driving supplier execution excellence across our supply chain operations.

This position reports directly to Procurement Leadership and works closely with Copeland’s Enterprise Procurement and Business Group Supply Chain teams, ensuring alignment and execution of category strategies.

AS AN ASSOCIATE PROCUREMENT PROJECT LEADER, YOU WILL:

• Lead and coordinate sustaining procurement projects, including cost-saving initiatives and supply chain optimization efforts.

• Schedule and facilitate cross-functional meetings to manage project updates and align stakeholders.

• Monitor project milestones and proactively expedite activities to meet timeline and cost objectives.

• Maintain accurate, timely reporting on project and program statuses throughout their lifecycle.

• Support the execution of procurement strategies and apply best practices in commodity management.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in tactical sourcing, procurement, or a related field.

• Comprehensive understanding of the purchase order lifecycle, cost/price analysis, and logistics processes.

• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and resolve operational challenges.

• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

• Proven experience working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic and fast-paced setting.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% as required.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience with tracking systems and maintaining comprehensive project documentation.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-impact procurement function within a leading organization. Join Copeland and play a key role in driving supplier execution excellence across our supply chain operations.

Onsite Work Arrangement:

This role is based fully onsite, and not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities.

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