Purchasing Specialist

Viessmann is a global leader in sustainable climate and energy solutions, dedicated to creating living spaces for future generations. Now, as part of the Carrier group, Viessmann combines innovative technologies with a strong commitment to environmental protection, promoting sustainability and comfort. With a comprehensive portfolio that includes heating, cooling, ventilation, and energy systems, Viessmann serves residential, commercial, and industrial markets worldwide. The company continues to shape the future of energy efficiency through smart, integrated solutions that foster sustainability and comfort.

Job Description

• Plan, execute, and monitor procurement processes to ensure continuity of production and optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance across the supply chain
• Implement procurement policies in line with company strategy, central procurement guidelines, and compliance standards
• Secure long-term supplier production capacities (e.g., LPA, LTA) and monitor execution through regular performance reviews
• Initiate and coordinate corrective actions in case of supplier deviations or risks, including financial instability
• Optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through price negotiations, contract renegotiations, and cost reduction initiatives (e.g., PV, Price Change Requests, Roadmaps)
• Ensure price accuracy against contracts and resolve invoice discrepancies to support timely payments
• Manage supplier relationships, including leading escalations in line with defined processes and supporting higher escalation levels when required
• Actively contribute to supplier development in Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD)
• Define and implement procurement strategies for assigned categories, including dual sourcing and supplier portfolio optimization
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers and technologies
• Lead sourcing activities in compliance with procurement processes (RFI, RFQ, Recap, Sourcing Council) and ensure cross-functional alignment
• Support product cost optimization initiatives (e.g., make-or-buy, Vitotop) and improve cash flow through payment terms and inventory monitoring
• Monitor supply chain and raw material market trends to identify risks and opportunities
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
• Strong knowledge of SAP
• Advanced English proficiency (C1 level or higher)
• Valid Category B driving license
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholders
  
  

Our commitment to you

Our greatest assets are the expertise, creativity and passion of our employees. We strive to provide a great place to work that attracts, develops and retains the best talent, promotes employee engagement, fosters teamwork and ultimately drives innovation for the benefit of our customers. We strive to create an environment where you feel that you belong, with diversity and inclusion as the engine to growth and innovation. We develop and deploy best-in-class programs and practices, providing enriching career opportunities, listening to employee feedback and always challenging ourselves to do better. This is The Carrier Way.

Join us and make a difference.

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.

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