Category Manager

1 month ago

Shanghai, China Danfoss Full time

Category Manager

Requisition ID: 38428

Job Location(s):

Wuqing, CNShanghai, CNHaiyan, CN

Job Description

Develop and implement supplier & (sub)category strategies.

Lead and coordinate supplier & (sub)category strategy activities in the category team and across various BUs & Divisions in a Segment/Function.

Active research trends within (sub)category and technology incl. how other industries impact the (sub)category e.g. supply, pricing, investments etc.

Understand the commodity market and how this impacts the (sub)category.

Proactively understand key stakeholder business trends and requirements and inform proactively about relevant trends.

Job Responsibilities

Building a negotiation pipeline (target, concept & execution using negotiation toolbox)

Manage quota allocation in case of dual sourcing

Initiating resourcing projects and monitor their execution as part of strategy implementation

Initiate & negotiate Surcharge Agreements (including tier-2 pricing / LOA management) and ensure organizational roll out

Forecast negotiation and surcharge impact based on volume input from the business and market development

Develop, align and implement supplier strategies and compile those into (sub) category strategies (typically covering spend < 70 M€). Considerations include supplier performance, contracting & risk as well as business needs (capacity, footprint & portfolio)

Negotiate FWA, pricing and surcharge agreements

Monitor financial risk & risk event tracker based on external market intelligence and compile to holistic risk assessment matrix (strategic, operational, financial and contractual risk)

Monitor & improve supplier compliance (FWA, CoC, ISO/IATF)

New supplier identification and technology trend monitoring

Background & Skills

Bachelor degree or above, with at least 3-5 years category management working experience

Procurement Process knowledge

ISO/IATF requirements for Category Mgt. listed QEHS Management System

Strategic Thinking and negotiation Skills

Stakeholder Management (influencing others)

Communication and Presentation skills

Idea Generation & Problem Solving

English can be used as working language

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.

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.

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 42.000 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 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

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