Senior Material Planner

Country:United States of AmericaLocation:CAFLO: Carrier-Home Florida Remote Location, Remote City, FL, 33412 USACarrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.About this roleHVAC Global Operations (Commercial and Residential) North America is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Material Planner to join our Residential team. The Senior Material Planner is responsible for both material planning and procurement activities, and to ensure the seamless flow of materials to meet customer demand. The Senior Material Planner must have a strong background in supply chain management, sound negotiation/communication skills, and the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.This is a 100% remote role for someone living on the Eastern side of the USA. (Preference will be given to candidates in the Eastern Time Zone).We value our people and offer an extensive benefits package, with financial rewards including health insurance, a retirement savings plan, and also lifestyle support with flexible working and parental leave. Plus, we’ll support your growth with paid-for external training programs and courses.Key Responsibilities• Purchasing: Responsible for the PO placement process; support the buying/sourcing team to ensure parts/accessories are quoted/sourced in a timely manner• Supplier Coordination: Collaborate with suppliers to confirm timely delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain issues• Material Planning: Develop and implement material planning strategies to guarantee timely availability of materials for customer demand• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels to optimize stock and reduce excess inventory• Data Analysis: Analyze material usage trends and forecast future material requirements• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance material planning and purchasing efficiency• Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on material status, inventory levels, purchasing activities, and supply chain performance• Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards in all purchasing activitiesBasic Qualifications• Associate degree• 5 + years of experience in material planning and purchasingPreferred Qualifications• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, or business administration• Master’s degree in supply chain management• Certification in APICS (Association for Supply Chain Management) or similar• Proficiency in material planning software and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JDE• Experience in material planning and purchasing in a manufacturing or distribution environment• Experience with international sourcing and procurement• Analytical and problem-solving skills• English communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills• Work independently and as part of a team• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlinesAdditional information• Sponsorship is not supported for this positionRSRCAR#LI-remotePay Range:$90,263 - $157,959 AnnuallyCarrier 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.Job Applicant's Privacy Notice:Click on this link to read the Job Applicant's Privacy Notice