Job Description
This role requires a blend of engineering knowledge, negotiation skills, and market analysis to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality materials while reducing total costs. He/She will optimize our supply chain, identify reliable suppliers, and drive cost-effective procurement strategies with strong technical background in semiconductor components, manufacturing processes, and supplier relationship management.
Job Responsibilities
1. Supplier Sourcing & Onboarding
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for IGBT power modules components, with focus on mechanics, e.g. injection molding, stamping and forging
- lead and coordinate for supplier onboarding with cross-function departments, R&D, Quality, Global Category Management and supplier regarding technical, commertial and other relevant topics
2. Cost Optimization
- Analyze BOMs and collaborate with R&D/engineering teams to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Lead RFQ processes, negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms with suppliers
- Monitor market trends to mitigate supply risks
3. Supply Chain Management
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, resolve technical issues, and manage lead times
- Develop contingency plans for critical components
- Implement VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) or JIT (Just-in-Time) strategies where applicable
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Support Quality teams for escalation of supplier-related quality issues
- Partner with R&D to support new product development (NPI) and component lifecycle management
5. Data-Driven Decision Making
- Use ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) to track supplier performance metrics (OTD, PPM, cost variance).
- Benchmark global supplier markets and maintain a competitive supplier database.
Background & Skills
- Mechanic education background bachelor or higher and work expierence
- Strong understanding of supply chain dynamics and global market trends for power modules
- Proficiency in cost modeling, should-cost analysis, and TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) frameworks
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills
- Familiarity with compliance requirements (e.g., RoHS, REACH, Conflict Minerals)
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI) is a plus.
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.
