Job Description
Req ID:  51990
Job Location:  Bologna, IT, Pessano Con Bornago, IT, Reggio Emilia, IT
Employment Type:  Full Time
Segment:  Danfoss Power Solutions Segment
Job Category:  Supply Chain and Operations
Work Location Type:  Hybrid
Annual Salary Range:  EUR 75,000-117,000
Job Experience Level:  Mid-Senior level
Job Title:  Specialist, SIOP

The Impact You'll Make

Are you passionate about supply chain planning and interested in turning complex demand and capacity data into clear business decisions?

We are looking for a SIOP Specialist – EMEA, Fluid Conveyance to strengthen our regional Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning capabilities and connect demand, supply and capacity planning across EMEA.

You will work closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Sales & Marketing and Product Management, providing visibility on future demand and ensuring our manufacturing and supply plans support both business needs and strategic growth.

You will report to the Global SIOP Manager, Fluid Conveyance. The location is flexible within continental Europe, with Italy as the preferred location.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Manage the demand and capacity outlook for EMEA, consolidating plant supply plans into regional and global views to support strategic decision-making.
  • Drive cross-functional alignment between Materials, Finance, Sales & Marketing, Product Management and Operations, ensuring visibility of demand and future growth plans.
  • Ensure alignment between SIOP and MRP forecasts, Master Schedules, production plans, ABCQ, PFEP and replenishment strategies.
  • Support strategic initiatives including value stream mapping and production footprint changes, co-leading projects and acting as a SIOP subject matter expert.
  • Support the development of the global SIOP strategy and SAP IBP implementation across EMEA, translating complex data into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent extensive experience in Supply Chain, Business Operations or Data Analytics; a Master’s degree or MBA is an advantage.
  • Strong understanding of MRP, manufacturing systems, production planning and supply chain processes, ideally gained within an international manufacturing environment.
  • Hands-on experience with Power BI, Databricks, SAP or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP); relevant certifications are considered an advantage.
  • Strong project and change management skills, with previous leadership experience and the ability to work effectively across functions, plants and countries.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior and executive stakeholders in English; fluency in Italian is an advantage.

The position may require occasional travel to EMEA sites, approximately 10% of the time.

What You'll Get from Us

  • We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
  • 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.
  • We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected and valued for who they are. 

The compensation package includes base salary, performance-based incentive, and benefits. Salary range and full details will be shared at first contact and will reflect candidate location, local market conditions, and applicable local pay transparency regulations.

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.

 

Our Commitment to Transparency

 

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do 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.

Want to know more? Please visit our FAQ Page.

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.

Employee Group:  Salary Paid
Country:  Italy
Region:  CER
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