Job Description
Job Title:  Tactical Buyer
Req ID:  48492
Job Location (Short):  Tallahassee, FL, USA
Employment Type:  Full Time
Segment:  Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment
Job Category:  Supply Chain and Operations
Work Location Type:  On-site

The Impact You'll Make

Join us as Tactical Buyer,  to ensure a seamless supply of components that keeps our customers on schedule, boosts cost efficiency, and strengthens our cash flow making a real impact on our operational success 

What You’ll Be Doing

 

  • Manages MRP requirements and Kanban levels for assigned commodities, generating and adjusting purchase and shop work orders to support production schedules.
  • Communicates forecasted material needs to suppliers and monitors supplier performance to drive continuous improvement.
  • Resolves quality, delivery, or cost issues by collaborating with Suppliers, Quality, Strategic Sourcing, and Engineering.
  • Implements pull-based material replenishment processes (e.g., Kanban, vendor-managed inventory) to improve inventory turns, reduce cycle times, and enhance customer on-time delivery.
  • Supports resourcing and outsourcing projects to maintain uninterrupted product flow.
  • Assists with new product introductions, proposals, and subcontracting opportunities.

What We're Looking For

 

  • 2+ years of related experience in similar roles
  • BS/BA in Business or technical field
  • Direct experience implementing lean concepts 
  • We value CPIM, CSCP, APICS, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma Green Belt certifications.
  • Proficient in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft office suite software (Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Word, MS project, etc.).
  • Knowledge of supplier and component qualification processes.

What You'll Get from Us

 

  1. We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
  2. You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
  3. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
  4. You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Ready to Make a Difference?

 

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

 


 

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.

Information at a Glance

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.