Head of Category Management & Strategic Sourcing (m/f/d)
CarrierFrankfurt, Hesse, Germany ⢠Hesse, Germany ⢠Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France ⢠Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland ⢠Legnica, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland ⢠Lucerne, Switzerland
Posted March 17, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Carrier is a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, pioneering sustainable innovations in climate technologies. Founded by Willis Carrier, the inventor of modern air conditioning, we have been shaping industries and enhancing lives for more than a century. With approximately 48,000 employees across 160 countries and more than 35 trusted brands, Carrier serves customers through four business segments: Climate Solutions Americas, Climate Solutions Europe, Climate Solutions Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Climate Solutions Transportation. Our solutions enable healthier, more efficient and more sustainable environments in homes and buildings, and help ensure the safe transportation of food, medicine and vaccines. Grounded in our purposeâwe continue to lead through relentless innovation and a deep commitment to customer success, delivering cutting-edge solutions that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Carrier. For the World We Share.
Job Description
We are seeking a Head of Category Management and Strategic Sourcing to lead strategic sourcing in Europe, managing over $1.5bn yearly spending, and leading a team of 20 category managers across Europe. The role involves developing and executing a globally aligned category strategy, managing suppliers, and mitigating supply risk.
Requirements
- Master's degree within engineering, business or an equivalent field
- 15+ years leadership experience in comparable roles
- Strong communication skills and ability to lead by influence, as well as change-management & transformation leadership skills
- Experience in executive stakeholder management
- Ability to navigate in a complexity driven environment with an entrepreneurial mindset, strategic thinking, and financial acumen
Benefits
- Competitive benefits programs
- Retirement savings plan
- Health insurance
- Bonus scheme
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
