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Copeland Global Director - Indirect Procurement in Sidney, Ohio
About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
Job Description
The Copeland Global Director - Indirect Procurement is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the procurement of goods and services that do not directly contribute to the production of goods or services sold by the company. This role includes managing procurement strategies, controlling costs, ensuring supplier performance and aligning procurement activities with the overall business objectives.
As A Global Director - Indirect Procurement, You Will:
Developing Procurement Strategies:
Align procurement strategies with the company's overall business goals
Establish global procurement policies and strategies for indirect categories (e.g., IT, marketing, HR services, offices supplies, legal)
Manage varies indirect commodites regionally and globally
Supplier Management
Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and supplier consolidation.
Leverage global contracts and negotiate favorable terms.
Implement and manage savings initiatives across the business.
Team Leadership
Lead, mentor, and develop the indirect procurement team with fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration
Set clear goals and KPIs for the team and ensure accountability for results
Collaboration and Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with key stakeholders including operations, finance, legal and IT to ensure alignment and integration across the supply chain
Performance Management
Monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
Develop and implement corrective actions to address any inefficiencies or issues.
Report on supply chain performance to senior management, providing insights and recommendations.
Risk Management
Identify potential supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate them.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and environmental requirements related to supply chain operations.
Manage the impact of global events, such as capacity shifts, market shifts, natural disruptions, and social/political impacts on the supply chain.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business or a related field
Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract law, supplier relationship management, and the ability to lead cross-functional geographically dispersed teams
10+ years of experience in Operations, Supply Chain management or related areas with a global scope, with at least 5 years in a Senior leadership role
Proven experience in developing and implementing supply chain strategies that drive operational excellence
Strong understanding of supply chain technologies, including ERP systems
Exceptional leadership and team management skills with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams
Ability to travel between 10-25% domestic/global travel to Copeland locations/suppliers
Legal work authorization in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree
Flexible Work Schedule – Hybrid Work Option and Core Hours
This role has the flexibility of a hybrid work from home option up to three days a week and a core hour schedule. You can choose to flex your start and stop times given you are working during the core hours of 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers.
Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area
Our facility is located in Sidney, OH, conveniently located within driving distance to several larger cities, such as Dayton, Troy, and Columbus. The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work.
About Our Location
Our newly renovated Sidney campus has 1M square feet of manufacturing floor with an additional 120k square feet of leading-edge lab facilities. This location is the headquarters for our HVACR Americas business unit. Through our many years of compressor expertise, our products help bring comfort and convenience to refrigeration, commercial, industrial, and residential spaces. Approximately 1600 employees work in Sidney, who all support a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Sidney location. Learn more about us!
Why Work in St. Louis, Missouri
Our facility is located in St. Louis, famous for its Gateway Arch standing at 630 feet tall. St. Louis is a family-friendly, historic metropolitan area with a low cost of living and first-class schools. The city offers excellent restaurants, shopping areas, art galleries, and numerous festivals throughout the year, making this an exciting place to live and work.
About Our Location
Our location is the host of Copeland’s corporate headquarters. Our products have become household names that support the comfort and well-being of our customers. The employees at this location provide support to the various businesses within the platform, allowing for many networking opportunities across
businesses.
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.