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Danfoss LLC

Tactical Buyer

Danfoss LLC, Ames, Iowa, us, 50011

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Tactical Buyer

Requisition ID: 43207

Job Location(s):

Ames, IA, US

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Function: Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Description

Danfoss Power Solutions is now hiring for our next Tactical Buyer to support initiatives at our Ames, IA facility. The Tactical Buyer position is responsible for the key Supply Chain business processes and activities that are needed to support the availability of procured materials. This includes the creation and management of: forecast, Purchase Order releases, inventory models, Plan For Every Part (PFEP), project and Engineering transitions, conformance to Customs and Trade Regulations, supplier capacity analysis, SAP parameter management, and delivery performance communication for all assigned suppliers and supporting freight providers.

Job Responsibilities

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

Working with Global Procurement to ensure that capacity files are in place and of some recent S&OP cycle for high impact suppliers

Collaboration with external suppliers regarding the stated and changed demands resulting from S&OP cycles

Supply chain and operational business model changes

As necessary, allocation management for capacity constrained suppliers

Responsible for establishing and managing implementation dates of required engineering design changes

Communicate implementation schedules and changes with all impacted organizational parities - external & internal

Create implementation schedule with supplying source

Responsible for the PMR elements impacting Supply Chain

Facilitates and manage the transition from current to future suppliers for internal and external resourcing projects

Establish Supply Chain material flows for Danfoss manufacturing localization projects

Defining the CbP Model that is required for assigned suppliers

Creating and implementing all PFEP activities for assigned suppliers/components

Ensuring that SAP Parameters are defined to support the TROC Inventory Targets

Managing the flow of materials to ensure compliance to TROC Inventory Levels

Defining and implementing communication media for assigned Suppliers

Background & Skills

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

The ideal candidate possesses these skills.

Bachelor’s degree and/or certificate within Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration preferred

Minimum of 3 years of experience in parts and supplier management preferred in relevant fields (ex. Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering)

Good communication skills, problem solving, analytical skills and organizational skills

Proficiency in MS Office (including MS Word & Excel)

Experience with SAP or related ERP system (ex. Oracle, JD Edwards)

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

Bonus system

Paid vacation

Personal insurance

Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups

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 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.

Nearest Major Market:

Ames

Nearest Secondary Market:

Des Moines