Supply Chain CI Specialist

Job Description

The Supply Chain CI Specialist is responsible for driving implementation of the Global Supply Chain Excellence standard material processes across Fluid Conveyance and the RHHF Business Unit. The position will support organizational development of the Materials team by deploying standard systems, tools, and processes. The scope of this responsibility includes Fulfillment, Replenishment, Production Planning/ Scheduling, and Shop floor execution processes.

In summary, this individual will be a critical Materials Management Subject Matter Expert and will be a go-to resource for both planned and ad-hoc work to support our drive towards Materials Management Excellence

Job Responsibilities

• Drive deployment and execution of Global Supply Chain Excellence policy and process
• Enhance material replenishment tools, processes and metrics
• Actively manage multiple projects that will include system/process/tool development, program launches, best practice import/export, etc.
• Support the training and development of individuals and teams in all areas of Materials Management competencies
• Work with the manufacturing sites on gap closure items identified in MMA assessment
• Manage continuous improvement projects at site specific, regional and global levels
• Work collaboratively with related functions on continuous improvement efforts.  These include:  IT, Customer Scheduling, Product Planning, Finance, Global SC Excellence and Operations
• Act as a global point of contact for Materials System and Process launches
• Actively participate in the Global/Regional Materials Management Councils
   

Background & Skills

The position requires very strong technical, analytical and leadership skills.  The ability to analyze operational challenges, identify standardized solutions, develop gap-closing tools and leading consensus among  business partners as per the defined policies is a critical element of this position.

Basic Requirement:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
• Five (5) years' experience in one or more functional area (Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Materials Management or Logistics)
• Two (2) years' manufacturing/plant experience
• Two (2) years' experience working with a major ERP system (e.g. Oracle, SAP, QAD)

Preferred Requirements:

• APICS CPIM certification
• Expertise with an ERP system (e.g. Oracle, SAP, QAD)      
• Knowledge of Materials Management fundamentals, including: SIOP, Replenishment Planning (Min-Max, MRP planning), Inventory Management, & Logistics
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal skills, including proficiency with standard office tools (Power BI, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to influence and impact: Must be credible and use data and analysis to make decisions and then support with action plans
• Ability to drive change and incorporate an acceptance to change
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to travel with strong interest to work with plant operations teams

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.