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Director, Material Management - Connect & Control Solutions (CCS)

Danfoss USA
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Jun 13, 2025
Director, Material Management - Connect & Control Solutions (CCS) Requisition ID: 44204 Job Location(s): Nordborg, DK Minneapolis, MN, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Function: Procurement & Purchasing Work Location Type: On-site Job Description Are you a strategic leader within procurement and supply chain, ready to shape a global material management organization? Do you thrive on leading diverse teams, creating supplier excellence, and driving end-to-end supply performance? Danfoss Power Solutions - Controls Division is looking for a Director of Material Management to lead our EMS and Electrical Parts sourcing while driving cross-business supply chain excellence across our global Connect & Control Solutions (CCS) business. In this key leadership role, you will head a team of Category Managers, Strategic Buyers, and global Supply Chain professionals and report directly to the Head of Procurement for Danfoss Power Solutions. You will be instrumental in building strong global supplier partnerships, aligning supply capabilities with demand, and ensuring strategies support both operational execution and long-term innovation. Job Responsibilities As Director of Material Management, your primary mission is to lead the sourcing and supply strategy across key technology categories within EMS and Electrical components, while ensuring that end-to-end supply chain performance supports our ambitious growth targets Your key responsibilities will include: Lead and develop a high-performing global team across procurement and supply chain, including Category Managers, Strategic Buyers, a Demand Planner, and an S&OP Manager. Drive and align the sourcing strategy for EMS and Electrical categories, collaborating closely with R&D, Operations, and Business Units. Oversee strategic supply activities such as capacity planning, supplier SLA management, risk mitigation, and dual sourcing initiatives. Lead and coordinate cross-plant and BU-level supply chain planning, ensuring alignment across sites and business needs. Represent Material Management in divisional leadership forums and translate business strategy into actionable sourcing and supply chain plans. Build and develop executive-level supplier relationships focused on cost competitiveness, innovation, sustainability, and delivery reliability. Monitor market and technology trends to drive proactive category and supply chain planning. Lead complex global negotiations and supplier selection processes. Background & Skills To succeed in this role, you bring: A relevant Master's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent. 10+ years of experience in global strategic procurement and/or supply chain management, preferably in electronics, EMS, or high-tech manufacturing industries. Proven leadership experience, including managing cross-functional and international teams. Strong commercial acumen with a track record in supplier performance improvement and supply chain optimization. Experience working in complex, global matrix organizations and engaging with senior-level stakeholders. Excellent communication, stakeholder, and negotiation skills. Full proficiency in English; Danish is an advantage Personal Characteristics You are a strong and visible leader who inspires trust and builds high-performance cultures. You think strategically, act decisively, and have a collaborative approach that motivates those around you. You thrive on complexity, are comfortable with ambiguity, and turn challenges into opportunities Location & Flexibility This position can be based in either Nordborg, Denmark or Minneapolis, USA. If located in Nordborg, a hybrid setup with 3 days per week in the office is acceptable. What We Offer A pivotal leadership role in a global organization with strong growth ambitions A unique opportunity to shape both procurement and supply chain excellence within a critical business area. A high degree of autonomy, influence, and exposure to executive stakeholders. A professional, passionate team and an international work environment. Development opportunities in a global company that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement Contact Information For more information about the position, please contact: Pernille Fagerberg, Vice President, Procurement and Supply Chain pfagerberg@danfoss.com For information regarding the recruitment process, please contact: Bjorn Jepsen, Talent Acquisition bjorn.jepsen@danfoss.com \| +45 6012 2680 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.