Sourcing Project Manager

Job Description

Danfoss Editron is looking for an experienced Sourcing Project Manager to lead initiatives targeting cost optimizations. This is a pivotal role in the organization as increased cost competitiveness of the products which helps to accelerate the electrification journey.

The position can be located in either Denmark (Nordborg, Kolding) or Finland (Lappeenranta). You should expect travelling within primarily Europe (est. 30 working days pr. year).

About Danfoss Editron

Danfoss Editron is leading the electrification revolution. Our mission is to end pollution with electrification. Editron specializes in hybrid and electric powertrain systems for the marine, off-highway and on-highway markets. A business division of Danfoss, it develops and manufactures high-performance power systems for heavy-duty vehicles, machines and marine vessels based on synchronous reluctance assisted permanent magnet technology.

We are growing fast globally and would like to invite you to join the award-winning team and to work on the technologies that will enable the world of tomorrow to do more with less.

Job Responsibilities

As a Sourcing Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing cost related to power electronics and electric motors.

The position involves leading idea generation, business case creation, strategic sourcing and negotiations to achieve the desired results. The goal is to enhance profitability while maintaining quality and reliability of the product.

Key responsibilities:

- Create and control the pipeline of saving initiatives, including associated timelines

- Engage with multiple functions internally and externally to generate saving ideas

- Develop budget for the savings, including Business Case and Total Cost of Ownership models

- Lead the saving initiatives to ensure delivery of the baselined targets in a timely manner

- Facilitate communication between Danfoss and suppliers to ensure requirements alignment

- Lead negotiations and manage all aspects of the agreements and supplier relationships

- Assess risks associated with cost reduction strategies

- Ensure the adherence to internal- and customer processes to ensure Quality of the process and product, including PPAP

- Cooperate with cost analysis team to understand the cost targets

Background & Skills

There are several paths into this job.

You have a relevant technical degree - BSc or MSc in HW engineering or another technical field.

You have excellent experience with procurement or related project management.

Finally, you have a good command of English, both verbally and in writing.

Furthermore, we expect that you to have:

- Business/financial acumen in order to drive the business case

- Demonstrated ability of running projects within automotive/regulated industry

- C.P.M. or C.P.I.M. and/or PMP certification is a plus

- Experience within electric motors and power electronics

- Familiarity with automotive standards (ISO16949, APQP. PPAP)

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. Even if you do not check all the boxes for this job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

For further information about this position, please contact Pawel Ranoszek, Manager Sourcing Projects on +49 172 898 4892.

For information about the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter & Senior Attraction Specialist, Rainier Jazmin on +45 2170 3212.  #LI-RJ1 

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.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.