Manage supplier relationships and ensure timely delivery of quality materials.
14 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Manheim, PA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
2,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Technical support
Field services
Spare parts
Digital services
Remote expert
Repairs
Commissioning
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Food Retail
Food Service
Shopping Malls
Supermarkets
Museums
Role
Description
supplier management
rfq process
pricing negotiation
stock monitoring
forecast communication
root‑cause
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others - Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Be a member of a team that evaluates, approves and on boards new suppliers as well as audits existing suppliers.
Negotiate pricing and supplier programs, such as stocking agreements, VMI, consignment, etc…to ensure materials are readily available to Carel and savings targets are met.
Manage the RFQ process.
Participate in Inter-Department meetings with Engineering and Planning on project status and supplier updates.
Collaborate with internal teams, such as Engineering, Planning, Logistics and Quality on any Supplier involvement to ensure an uninterrupted supply of quality materials, information, and services.
Proactively manage stock outs or at risk materials to prevent manufacturing shut down.
Monitor daily order confirmations and past due shipments and elevate any issues that will cause a stock out or manufacturing delay and provide daily updates to internal planners and manufacturing personnel as to delivery dates, delays, and/or process problems.
Identify opportunities for localization, additional supplier depth and costs savings.
Manage the Inter-Company and 3 rd party Supplier relationships by communicating forecast data, expectations and performance.
Be the primary point of contact between Carel and assigned Suppliers.
Interact with internal teams and suppliers to ensure disposition of defective materials.
Perform a root-cause analysis to correct Supplier performance and/or quality issues.
Requirements
oracle
excel
associate degree
purchasing
teamwork
two years
Tactical and Strategic Analytical Skills - purchasing process, pricing and marketing trends, commodity index trends, market conditions. thinking strategically for lead-time reduction, cost reduction, and other supply chain initiatives
Computer Knowledge - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. Must have a working knowledge of MRP (ORACLE Preferred), Excel, Word software programs
Teamwork/Collaboration - Working as part of a team for assigned suppliers and manufacturing categories. Steady, collaborative personality.
Language and Communication Skills - The ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to effectively present information in a one on one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization. Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and with other employees of the organization . Must be able to speak and read the English language, knowledge of Spanish preferred.
Purchasing Knowledge - Metal and Mechanical components is a plus.
Experience - and/or a minimum of two years' experience in purchasing or materials management. Experience with manufacturing processes.
Education - minimum of a two-year Associate Degree in Business or Purchasing or equivalent experience;
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
€650M Revenue
Annual Revenues
Generated €650 million in revenues in 2023 through a global network of 47 subsidiaries and 15 production plants.
5% R&D Investment
Research & Development
Invests over 5% of revenue into R&D, operating labs in Italy, China, and the U.S., including climate chambers for refrigerants.
1973 Founded
Year Established
Founded in Padua, Italy, as an electro-technical components supplier, it soon pioneered microprocessor HVAC controllers.
2018 Listing
Stock Exchange Listing
Listed on Milan Stock Exchange (FTSE Italia Mid/Small Cap) in 2018 after decades of steady growth.
Focuses on B2B solutions: programmable controllers, humidifiers, monitoring systems for commercial, industrial, and residential sites.
Typical installations include supermarkets, data centers, museums, chillers, heat pumps and rooftop units.
International expansion spans North and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Oceania through subsidiaries and distributors.
Notable acquisitions include HygroMatik, Enginia, Senva, Klingenburg, Eurotec and Kiona, broadening HVAC‑R and IoT offerings.
Culture + Values
Customer-centricity: We put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
Innovation: We aim for excellence and continuous improvement in our products and services.
Sustainability: We are committed to developing solutions that benefit the environment and society.
Quality: We guarantee high standards and operational excellence in all areas.
Collaboration: We value teamwork and believe in sharing knowledge to achieve common goals.
Environment + Sustainability
90% low-GWP refrigerants
Sustainable Refrigerants Goal
Aims to have 90% of its product range using low-GWP refrigerants by 2025, contributing to climate action.
20% CO2 reduction
Emission Reduction Goal
Reduced CO2 emissions from its own operations by 20% over the last five years, showing significant progress toward sustainability.
Aims to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating long-term commitment to environmental sustainability.
Focuses on energy-efficient products and systems to reduce environmental impact.
Integrates sustainable technologies into their products, helping clients optimize energy consumption.
Inclusion & Diversity
30% increase
Women in Leadership
Aim to boost women in leadership positions globally by 2025.
25% female
Global Gender Balance
Current representation of women across global operations.
Promotes a work environment where different perspectives are valued.
Actively works to ensure equal opportunities for all employees.