Job Description

Are you experienced in developing lean and agile supplier relationships, with a solid background in procurement and supply chain management? And are you ready for a dynamic and impactful role in a global company with a strong market position?

Look no further! Step into the role of Strategic Buyer at Danfoss Power Solutions’ Global Procurement & Supply Chain organization in the Controls Division and join us on an exciting journey.

In this position, you will become part of a dedicated and competent Global Procurement & Supply Chain team located in Easley. Collaboratively, we ensure effective management of our global suppliers so they deliver and improve on all parameters.

Please note: This position requires a regular onsite presence at least 3 days per week in our Easley office.

Job Responsibilities

As a Strategic Buyer, you will be responsible for a range of strategic procurement activities to ensure long-term supplier development, as you drive the procurement agenda in a global matrix organization. In doing so, you will work across several global functions and serve as the vital link between supply chain and external suppliers.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading supplier relationships to drive capacity management discussions and delivery
• Being responsible for a number of suppliers, including handling contracts, price negotiations, and benchmarking activities
• Coordinating ramp-up and ramp-down activities for new and continuous improvement projects
• Completing Logistic Service Level Agreements with selected suppliers
• Supporting and occasionally leading cost reduction and other sourcing projects that improve cost, quality, and delivery from suppliers
• Drive and support supplier change requests through our change management process

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. 

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, or logistic
• Bachelor's degree
• Strong negotiation and networking skills
• Energy and the ability to find compromises between multiple and sometimes conflicting interests
• Excellent provlem-solving, analytical and communication skills
• A self-driven and proactive mindset that keeps momentum going and delivers results

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

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