Tactical Buyer

Job Description

Danfoss Editron is changing the world to become greener through electrification. Would you like to help us in pioneering how to scale the operations of our electric solutions? Here, we work on ground-breaking solutions to become the trendsetter in how to run manufacturing of electric motors and power electronics to the global market.

We are growing fast globally, and are now seeking to recruit a Tactical Buyer as a result of an internal promotion to be based at our flagship site in Lappeenranta, Finland.  This role can be done on a hybrid basis, with some time working remotely as well as from our offices.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.
-    Place purchase orders with suppliers and follow-up when necessary to avoid stockouts.
-    Ensure accuracy of purchase order due dates.
-    Collaboration with external suppliers regarding the stated and changed demands resulting from MRP cycles.
-    Working with Global Procurement to ensure that capacity files are in place and of some recent S&OP cycle for high impact suppliers.
-    As necessary, allocation management for capacity constrained suppliers.
-    Work with planning and manufacturing to ensure on-time delivery of products.
-    Evaluate, recommend, and implement improvements to lower inventory, reduce stockouts and to improve on-time delivery.
-    Maintain master data information in SAP.
-    Create and/or publish forecast reports to supplier.
 

Background & Skills

To thrive as a Tactical Buyer, we would expect you to display:
-    Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain or a related field.
-    Good SAP and MS Office skills, especially in Excel.
-    Understanding of machining and casting components and/or electronic components.
-    Passionate about learning and to continuously improve skills.
-    Organized and process oriented.
-    Professional and outstanding communication skills in all aspects and situations especially, when dealing with customers, suppliers and co-workers.
-    Business fluent English skills are essential.
 

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.

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.