Supply Chain Analyst

Job Title: Supply Chain Analyst / Procurement Associate

Location: Charlotte, NC 28269 (ONSITE)

Pay Range: $24 – 25.62/Hr. On W2 (Depending on Experience/Interview)

Duration: Contract Role (Possible Extension or Temp to Hire for Right Candidate)

Available Schedule: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

Job Description:

Support supplier accounts, administration with suppliers, and supplier negotiations.

The Procurement Associate will be responsible for building short and long-term aftermarket strategy to support the Aftermarket RCD Business.

The Procurement associate will establish a cross-functional network and fosters collaboration with suppliers, wider supply chain organization, engineering, quality, and product management in the aftermarket network.

Category Strategy Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy for Aftermarket parts, aligned with the organization's overall procurement and business objectives.

Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities, potential risks, and emerging trends within the Aftermarket HVAC industry.

Supplier Management: Lead supplier identification, evaluation, selection, localization, and relationship activities. Establish and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers to ensure the highest quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery of parts, materials, components, and products.

Negotiation and Contract Management: Negotiate favorable terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers. Manage pricing with regional vendors to protect the organization's interests while promoting mutually beneficial partnerships in a cross functional sourcing environment.

Cost Optimization: Implement cost reduction initiatives and continuously monitor market dynamics to capitalize on cost-saving opportunities within the Aftermarket parts HVAC category without compromising quality.

Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Planning, Supply Chain, Engineering, Product Development, and Operations, to understand their requirements and ensure alignment between procurement and business objectives.

Supplier Performance Management: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for suppliers, evaluate their performance regularly, and work collaboratively to address any performance issues.

Team Leadership: Build and lead Aftermarket assigned vendors on a high-performing cross functional team of procurement professionals. Provide guidance, strategy, and influence others.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

2 years of experience in Supply Chain / Sourcing within large, international organizations, preferably in aftermarket or resales business

3 years of Advanced user knowledge in MS Excel & Word

2 years of experience in SAP and PowerBI

Ability to travel in North America, up to 20% (international as needed)

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in supply chain, Business, or Engineering

3 years of experience in Sourcing /Supply Chain for Aftermarket.

Demonstrated track record of driving significant cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier optimization, and contract negotiation.

Strong analytical and market research skills, with the ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities while mitigating supply chain risks.

Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

English communication (written and verbal)

Presentation skills, able to influence stakeholders at all levels

Certified in Six Sigma or lean Manufacture is a plus

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Salary : $24 - $26