Supplier Performance Specialist

About Carrier Carrier Global Corporation, a 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 corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier. About the Role You will play a critical role in strengthening supplier capabilities, driving operational excellence, and ensuring suppliers meet Carrier's quality, delivery, and performance expectations. You will partner with cross-functional teams and key suppliers to implement continuous improvement initiatives, enhance supply chain performance, and support successful product launches and production ramp-ups. Key Responsibilities Conducting onsite assessments with suppliers, buyers, quality, and engineering teams to drive supplier performance improvement. Utilizing the Supplier Development Playbook to advance supplier capabilities toward Supplier Gold standards. Collaborating with suppliers to identify and eliminate barriers to continuous improvement, enhancing on-time delivery and product quality. Monitoring supplier performance and implementing sustainable corrective actions and countermeasures to drive measurable improvements. Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and production rate increases through production readiness assessments, capacity validation, and ramp-up planning. Supporting supply chain initiatives by tracking KPIs, analyzing performance metrics, and coordinating cross-functional improvement activities. Engaging strategic suppliers to develop and sustain improvement programs that achieve world-class operational performance. Requirements We are looking for proactive, analytical, and results-driven professionals who are passionate about supplier development and continuous improvement. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. As a minimum, you must have: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Manufacturing, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in supplier quality, supplier development, manufacturing, operations, or supply chain functions. Strong knowledge of supplier performance improvement methodologies and continuous improvement principles. Experience conducting supplier assessments, capacity evaluations, and production readiness reviews. Ability to analyze performance metrics and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and suppliers. Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and supply chain operations. Although not necessary, it would be nice if you have: Supply Chain, Operations, or a related technical field. Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs and production ramp-ups. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other Continuous Improvement methodologies. Experience working within global manufacturing organizations and supplier networks. Benefits We offer a competitive total rewards package that may include other benefits and well-being programs. Offerings vary by role and location and are designed to support employees' health, security, and success. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws. Carrier 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