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Category Manager

Requisition ID: 41771

Job Location(s):

Kolding, DKGrodzisk Mazowiecki, PL

Job Description

Danfoss Electrical Heating (DEVI) is currently hiring for a Category Manager. The Category Manager controls the spend for DEVI for various commodities including plastics and copper raw materials, cables and packaging.

Are you a driven procurement professional seeking a challenging role with significant impact?

Danfoss DEVI offers an exciting opportunity to lead strategic sourcing, negotiations, and supplier management for our Grodzisk factory. You'll develop and implement supplier strategies, drive value, and manage varying projects, reporting directly to the Head of Procurement, Tina Bank Dahl.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering results, we encourage you to apply.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.

In this role you will develop and execute strategies, take projects lead and participations. You will secure the needed agreements with our suppliers.

• Responsible for the direct spend to our Grodzisk factory

• Develop and implement supplier strategies

• Lead value-based negotiations with suppliers.

• Lead resourcing projects and participate in technical projects as procurement representative.

• Manage escalated supplier topics including, performance, capacity and risk management.

• Ensure compliance for contract and certifications

• Understand DEVI’s business needs and manage stakeholders’ expectations.

• 5-10 days of travel yearly may be expected (primarily in Europe)

Background & Skills

We are seeking a highly self-motivated individual with proven experience in an international business environment. Fluency in either Danish or Polish is essential.

Required (basic) qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Procurement, Sourcing or Supplier Management

• Proven track record in leading projects and conducting supplier strategies

This role requires a highly organized individual capable of prioritizing tasks to effectively manage multiple suppliers. Success demands strong data analysis skills for effective negotiations, excellent written and verbal communication in English, and a strategic mindset with a proven ability to execute plans.

For further information about the position please contact Head of Procurement, Tina Bank Dahl, at +45 4022 9557

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.

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 42.000 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 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.