Requisition ID: 43641
Job Location(s):Easley, SC, US
Employment Type: Full Time
Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment
Job Function: Procurement & Purchasing
Work Location Type: On-site

JOB DESCRIPTION

Danfoss Power Solutions is looking for our next Sourcing Project Manager. As a successful Sourcing Project Manager, you will be able to appraise and improve our sourcing activities by analyzing the company’s spending, supplying partnerships and new possibilities. This position is based onsite at our Easley, SC facility. Work authorization support cannot be provided for this position.

BACKGROUND & SKILLS

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.
The ideal candidate possesses these skills.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, supply chain or other relevant area
10 years procurement / sourcing experience
Experience demonstrating a solid track record of meeting aggressive objectives
Ability to work effectively in a high quality, deadline driven environment
Broad knowledge of the procurement function as well as a high degree of knowledge of cost drivers, market dynamics, and supplier relationships in driving cost reductions
Experience with Strategic Sourcing of Castings & Machining, aluminum and Turned parts categories
Experience in Negotiation, Supplier Evaluation, Commercial Contract Understanding, Risk Mitigation, Commodity Market
Proven leadership ability to coach associates, manage functional teams while promoting teamwork, delegation, individual responsibility and positive employee morale
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a team
Global mindset and excellent communication skills to efficiently communicate across all levels in the organization
Good time management and project management skills to organize and plan effectively in developing effective systems and processes

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Identify and implement cost down initiatives with External suppliers
• Participate in new product development projects assuring early involvement of our development suppliers and insure frontloading of the right technology and production platform according to IATF 16949 requirements.
• Build relationships with internal key stake holders to establish best sourcing solutions at both the regional and global level.
• Develop time to time ideation workshop with suppliers and internally to build a pipeline of cost savings
• Develop global sourcing policies and procedures to drive consistency and optimal utilization of competitive bidding process, negotiations, and terms and conditions requirements to achieve desired results across all regions.
• Participating in re-design projects and ensure implementation according to IATF 16949 requirements (Change Control, PPAP, etc.)
• Identifying, visualizing and mitigating potential risks
• Working closely with global category managers and project managers to initiate, design and execute projects while meeting quality and cost goals.