New Equipment & Modernization Non-Otis Commodity Specialist

New Equipment & Modernization Non-Otis Commodity Specialist page is loaded## New Equipment & Modernization Non-Otis Commodity Specialistremote type: Remotelocations: OTFLH: Florida Home Offices Remote Location, Remote City, FL, 33408 USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 20158325**Date Posted:**2026-04-23**Country:**United States of America**Location:**OTFLH: Florida Home Offices Remote Location, Remote City, FL, 33408 USAAt Otis, we’re dedicated to reinventing the way people move. As cities reach impossible heights and the digital revolution transforms daily life, our customers look to Otis for new ways to keep their world moving. As always, we're ready – with a bold vision of the future and the groundbreaking technology to make it happen.The Field Supply Chain Team in North America immediately needs a Commodity Specialist whose responsibilities will include purchasing material for the centralization of Non-Otis controllers, machines, fixtures & other key NE/MOD categories. The successful candidate will be responsible for:* Develop and execute category‐specific sourcing strategies, ensuring 100% spend under management through centralization and purchasing pathway control, driving to meet annual savings and PTE targets* Lead RFP/RFQ activities for both pre‐ and post‐award NE/MOD contracts in partnership with all NAA field offices.* Identify opportunities to standardize catalog offerings and create consistent MOD/T package solutions.* Act as the primary supplier manager for all vendors within assigned commodity categories, ensuring strong performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.* Present FSC‐recommended material sources and pricing proposals to NAA field offices while ensuring clear communication and alignment with customer requirements.* Prepare and manage purchase orders for Non‐Otis controllers, machines, fixtures, and other NE/MOD materials sourced from domestic and international suppliers, ensuring adherence to Otis Terms & Conditions.* Oversee material procurement through delivery and installation, coordinating with third‐party suppliers to ensure correct package configuration and efficient installation/integration.* Verify supplier PO and pricing confirmations; apply strong negotiation skills to secure best‐in‐market pricing.* Manage material logistics, including on time delivery, inventory levels, and supplier service performance.* Monitor actual vs. estimated material and labor performance and contribute to the development of market intelligence.* Collaborate with OSC Customer Service, MOD, FLO, Engineering, UNITEC, and external suppliers to quickly resolve supply issues and maintain excellent customer service.* Identify and drive insourcing opportunities through OSC and FLO.* Manage catalog sourcing and pricing as well as custom, competitively bid project materials.* Maintain high service levels by evaluating demand and expediting materials to meet internal and external customer needs.* Manage supplier performance across quality, delivery, cost, and inventory management metrics.* Escalate issues promptly during centralized sourcing activities to minimize operational impact.* Develop price proposals, financial analyses, and reports supporting price reasonableness, purchasing decisions, and sourcing strategies.* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance internal processes, productivity, and future FSC centralization goals.Other responsibilities include:* Resolve discrepancies in purchase orders* Resolve material rejections* Manage price increases* Identify cost savings opportunities* Resolve invoicing issuesEducationCandidates must possess a BS or BA in business, supply chain, or engineering.ExperienceMinimum of 4-6 years related experience in a supply chain function or Elevator Field experience desiredExperience in SDCMOD Elog experienceVendor sourcing experience preferredExperience with Global JDE & associated systems (K2)Microsoft products: Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Forms, SmartSheet, TeamsOther data manipulation programs is a plusAbility to read Engineering drawings & customer Elevator / Escalator specification/requirement documentation requiredAbility to work with various cross-functional groups, including Field Operations (Sales, Supervisors, Project Managers), Engineering, and Supplier Quality to ensure business goals are met.Must be able to work in and fully support a Team environmentAdditional CommentsWe seek a self-motivated, team-oriented person with good interpersonal skills and strong written and oral communication abilities. He/she must be well-versed in related business processes, associated systems, problem-solving methods, and analytical tools. Our internal and external customers are essential; this position requires an excellent Customer Service attitude. A strong understanding and application of lean manufacturing are a strong plus.If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio. You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs. Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click .Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext! *Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. 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