Aftermarket Planner - Data Centers

Location: City of Syracuse

** About Carrier:
** Carrier, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share.

We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit  or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.
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* About This Role:

** HVAC Global Operations (Commercial and Residential) North America is seeking a skilled and experienced Aftermarket Planner - Data Centers to join our HVAC Aftermarket Planning team. The Aftermarket Planner - Data Centers is responsible for both material planning and procurement activities, and to ensure the seamless flow of materials to meet customer demand. The Aftermarket Planner - Data Centers must have a strong background in supply chain management, sound negotiation/communication skills, and the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.
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* Job Description:

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* ** 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 activities
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* Required Qualifications:

*** Bachelor degree
* 7 + years of experience in material planning and purchasing
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** 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 deadlines
** Benefits:
** Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
* ** Health Care benefits:
** Medical, Dental, Vision; wellness incentives
* ** Retirement benefits**
* ** Time Off and Leave:
** Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty; military leave; purchased vacation
* ** Disability:
** Short-term and long-term disability
* ** Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment**
* ** Tax-Advantaged Accounts:
** Health Savings Account;
Healthcare Spending Account;
Dependent Care Spending Account
* ** Tuition Assistance
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** The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.  This position is entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements. …