Strategic Buyer

at  Danfoss

JOB DESCRIPTION

Danfoss Power Solutions are proud to be at the forefront of driving a global transformation in digital and electric solutions that increase productivity and energy efficiency. We are truly passionate about investment, and innovation, as we continue to support our customers’ journey towards a greener and lower-carbon future.
To support our operations we now have an exciting new opportunity to join our team as a Strategic Buyer. This role will be responsible for operations activities within the local/regional plant sites to ensure the business is running correctly, and ensuring we have a single point of contact for suppliers and the business.
This role will may involve a small element of travel to other sites and suppliers (up to 10%).

BACKGROUND & SKILLS

To thrive in this role, you’ll display:

• Relevant background and experience within procurement or supply chain functions, ideally spent within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and drive positive results through creation of positive relationships
• Proactive problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience with categories and components would be highly advantageous

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.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Strategic Buyer will be responsible for:

• Executing standard processes and tools
• Coordinating PPAPs and ramp up / ramp down activities
• Support the Sourcing Project Manager on ramp up ramp down process of new projects
• Being the first escalation point for supply/and or quality issues
• Facilitating supplier workshops to improve supplier performance
• Owning and maintaining procurement master data for local/regional sites
• Driving capacity management with suppliers to ensure alignment with current forecast and growth opportunities
• Pricing and price change reporting
• Maintenance of tooling register
• Supporting efforts to secure the best total cost of ownership

To thrive in this role, you’ll display:

• Relevant background and experience within procurement or supply chain functions, ideally spent within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and drive positive results through creation of positive relationships
• Proactive problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience with categories and components would be highly advantageou