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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!

Indirect Purchasing Section Manager

If you are an experienced purchasing professional looking for an opportunity grow, Copeland has an exciting platform for you! Based in Suzhou, China. You will be responsible for the overall management of indirect purchasing function to develop purchasing strategy for indirect materials according to company business needs and lead the team to achieve procurement target.

As Indirect Purchasing Section Manager, you will:

• Lead the indirect purchasing team to achieve the performance goals, build a positive team working atmosphere, motivate and maintain high team morale.

• Set up annual performance target for indirect purchasing team according to business requirement and review the progress regularly.

• Work out bidding plan based on annual fixed assets expenditure plan and monitor the implementation. Formulate purchasing strategy for the consumables and spare parts as well as tooling and fixture.

• Track quality, delivery performance and price of core supplier, optimize payment cycle to supplier to improve cash flow.

• Identify the risk of supply chain security and take preventive action to prevent supply from disruption. Coordinate divergent view occurred during commercial contract period.

• Connect with cross function teams to drive cost reduction project.

• Continuously optimize the procurement process to make the flow more efficient and

• Regularly review supplier list to look for the opportunities of optimization and resource integration.

Required education, experience and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in mechanical or electric engineering

• At least 8 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing environment, among which 2 years of people management experience is a must.

• Good experience of project management and familiar with project management process

• Fluent in English both for oral and written.

• Good ability of data analysis

• Strong communication and social skills

• Work cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives

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. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), 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. 

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.

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.