Danfoss
Overview
Now is a great time to join our Van Wert Team! Danfoss Power Solutions is seeking an experienced Tactical Buyer to play a key role in the daily purchasing of direct material from external suppliers. In order to be successful in this role, you will need to be organized and able to work in a very high paced environment. This position will be in Van Wert, Ohio and reporting to the Purchasing Manager of the site.
Responsibilities
Managing and optimizing day-to-day purchasing processes for a group of suppliers.
Placing Purchase Orders to ensure arrival of material to support production and customer needs.
Monitoring Purchase Orders and following up on orders that are past due.
Creating Inbound Deliveries in a timely manner to support a smooth receiving process.
Monitor exception message reports, and work with suppliers to move Purchase Order dates when forecasts are adjusted.
Uncover and report any issues in the supply chain (stock losses, incorrect forecasts, abnormal demands, and safety stock adjustments).
Provide updates to Customer Service and Schedulers on when direct material is expected to arrive.
Review and update parameters as needed (lead-time, minimum order quantities, order periods, order multiples, etc).
Qualifications
You communicate confidently across departments as well as with external partners (potentially in a multicultural environment)
You are passionate about continuous improvement, efficiency, and finding new solutions
You have experience working with ERP systems (SAP is an advantage)
You take responsibility, make data-driven decisions, and handle problems promptly and effectively
Required (basic) qualifications
A degree in business, logistics, supply chain, or similar field – or 3+ years of relevant experience in purchasing or supplier management
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP)
Organized, proactive, and committed to treating the business like it’s your own
Job Criteria
Communication skills
Microsoft office skills (word, excel, access, Power BI, etc)
Benefits
We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.
Ready to Make a Difference? If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
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, and 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.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Production, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing
Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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Responsibilities
Managing and optimizing day-to-day purchasing processes for a group of suppliers.
Placing Purchase Orders to ensure arrival of material to support production and customer needs.
Monitoring Purchase Orders and following up on orders that are past due.
Creating Inbound Deliveries in a timely manner to support a smooth receiving process.
Monitor exception message reports, and work with suppliers to move Purchase Order dates when forecasts are adjusted.
Uncover and report any issues in the supply chain (stock losses, incorrect forecasts, abnormal demands, and safety stock adjustments).
Provide updates to Customer Service and Schedulers on when direct material is expected to arrive.
Review and update parameters as needed (lead-time, minimum order quantities, order periods, order multiples, etc).
Qualifications
You communicate confidently across departments as well as with external partners (potentially in a multicultural environment)
You are passionate about continuous improvement, efficiency, and finding new solutions
You have experience working with ERP systems (SAP is an advantage)
You take responsibility, make data-driven decisions, and handle problems promptly and effectively
Required (basic) qualifications
A degree in business, logistics, supply chain, or similar field – or 3+ years of relevant experience in purchasing or supplier management
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP)
Organized, proactive, and committed to treating the business like it’s your own
Job Criteria
Communication skills
Microsoft office skills (word, excel, access, Power BI, etc)
Benefits
We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.
Ready to Make a Difference? If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
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, and 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.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Production, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing
Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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