Company Description
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Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced VAVE Purchasing Engineer to lead value analysis and value engineering activities for HVAC products. The role focuses on driving technical cost-down projects, achieving target cost reductions without compromising quality or performance, and collaborating with Commercial purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Suppliers to optimize BOMs, components, and processes.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and manage technical cost-down (VAVE) projects across the HVAC product lifecycle (from cradle to grave); deliver defined cost savings and performance targets.
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Conduct value analysis and function-oriented cost modeling (BOM rationalization, part substitution, design-to-cost, target costing, TCO assessment) with Design/Engineering and Manufacturing.
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Develop, track, and report project plans, milestones, savings realization, and risks; maintain accurate project data in systems.
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Drive supplier engagement for VAVE activities: select, qualify, and collaborate with suppliers to achieve cost reductions, participate in negotiations, and manage supplier development plans.
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Facilitate cross-functional workshops (Engineering, Sourcing, Quality, Manufacturing) to optimize components, assemblies, and processes; apply DFMEA/DFX and design-for-cost methodologies.
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Support NPI and change-management processes (ECNs/PCNs) to implement cost-down concepts with minimal risk to quality and delivery.
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Support to build and maintain cost models, cost breakdown structures, and target costs; perform priced-for-function analyses and trade-off studies.
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Ensure alignment with procurement policies, governance, and compliance; monitor supplier risk and sustainability considerations.
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Prepare and present status updates, savings reports, and KPI dashboards for stakeholders and leadership.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
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Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Thermal, Electrical, or related discipline) or equivalent technical background.
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Experience: Minimum 5+ years in VAVE purchasing and project purchasing, with a proven track record of delivering cost-down projects. HVAC industry experience strongly preferred.
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Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cost-down projects simultaneously, from concept through realization.
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Strong understanding of BOM structures, ECN/PCN processes, change management, and supplier development.
Skills, Competencies & Personal Attributes:
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Technical reading: ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T; familiarity with HVAC components and related manufacturing processes.
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Project leadership: planning, organizing, prioritizing, and delivering results; ability to influence cross-functionally without direct authority.
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Communication and collaboration: excellent written and verbal communication; stakeholder management and workshop facilitation.
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Supplier management: supplier selection, development, qualification, negotiations, and performance tracking.
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Change management: ECN/PCN processes and risk mitigation in design/process changes.
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Market intelligence: staying current with HVAC technology and supplier capabilities; applying insights to strategy.
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Personal attributes: results-oriented, problem solver, detail-oriented, adaptable, resilient, ethical, and customer-focused.
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Cross-cultural and global mindset: effective in a matrix, multi-cultural organization.
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Travel readiness: occasional domestic and international travel as required.
Languages:
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English: business fluent (written and spoken) required
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Additional languages (Japanese or German): advantageous
Certifications as Bonus Points:
The following certifications will be considered as bonus points. Candidates who hold these or equivalent credentials may be prioritized for interviews:
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CPSM — Certified Professional in Supply Management (ISM)
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CSCP — Certified Supply Chain Professional (APICS)
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PMP — Project Management Professional (PMI)
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Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (CSSGB/CSSBB) or Lean Six Sigma credentials
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Lean/Six Sigma certifications (any level)
Travel:
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Occasional domestic and international travel may be required to engage with suppliers and support global programs.
What We Offer:
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A challenging, rewarding role in a multinational company with a strong market reputation in the HVAC industry.
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Career development opportunities, exposure to global projects, and a collaborative, high-performance work environment.
How to Apply: If you are a results-driven VAVE purchasing professional with a passion for optimizing cost and performance in HVAC, we invite you to apply. Please include your resume and a brief summary of relevant cost-down projects you have led.
