Team Category Leader – 3rd Party Machines & Sub-Components

Location: OTSCH: South Carolina Home Offices Remote Location, Remote City, SC, 06032 USA Develop and implement the global sourcing strategy for Machines & Sub-Components , including gearless machines, motors, encoders, brakes, motor control assemblies, permanent magnets, castings, forgings, machined components, and related electromechanical systems, in alignment with Otis business objectives and product roadmaps. Act as RCL for the given category across Americas Lead the global category organization, including direct management of: Regional Commodity Leader (RCL) – EMEA (based in Greece) Regional Commodity Leader (RCL) – China (based in China) Ensure deployment and execution of category strategies across all regions, driving alignment of supplier strategy, technical standards, product specifications, sourcing governance, and commercial terms. Deliver annual productivity, cost reduction, cash flow, and working capital targets through competitive sourcing, strategic negotiations, should-cost analysis, value engineering, and supplier development initiatives. Lead executive-level supplier negotiations and strategic partnerships with key machine, motor, and electromechanical component suppliers worldwide. Develop global sourcing roadmaps supporting business growth, localization strategies, dual-sourcing initiatives, and long-term supply continuity. Drive category harmonization across regions while balancing regional market requirements, local content initiatives, and product-specific needs. Operational Support to Sites Provide operational support to Otis manufacturing facilities, supply chain organizations, and field operations across Americas, EMEA, and China for all machine and strategic component requirements. Monitor supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD), capacity utilization, inventory levels, and logistics performance, driving corrective actions to ensure uninterrupted supply to factories and field operations. Ensure timely and accurate implementation of pricing updates, productivity projects, and contractual agreements in coordination with sourcing teams, finance, operations, and local buyers. Enforce strict adherence to Otis procurement processes, supplier governance, risk management standards, and contractual compliance. Support regional teams in resolving supplier-related challenges, including: Capacity constraints Manufacturing disruptions Logistics delays Quality issues Machine performance concerns Encoder and brake reliability issues Cost escalations Serve as the executive escalation point for supply-critical incidents and coordinate rapid resolution through cross-functional engagement with suppliers, operations, engineering, quality, and logistics teams. Support business continuity planning and lead recovery actions during major supply chain disruptions, ensuring minimal impact to factory and customer commitments. Cost, Performance & Supply Base Management Manage the global supplier base for machines and strategic components, ensuring competitiveness, performance, innovation, and long-term sustainability. Conduct regular supplier business reviews focused on: Cost competitiveness Quality performance Delivery reliability Capacity management Continuous improvement Sustainability objectives Develop and maintain robust should-cost models covering: Electric motors Gearless machines Permanent magnets Machining operations Castings and forgings Winding processes Brake systems Electromechanical assemblies Negotiate contracts, commercial agreements, and long-term supply strategies utilizing data-driven cost models and market intelligence. Drive supplier consolidation, standardization initiatives, localization opportunities, and risk mitigation strategies while maintaining compliance with Otis policies. Ensure rigorous Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) management across the full component lifecycle. Build strong collaboration with dotted-line manufacturing and engineering