Job Information
Danfoss Supply Chain Manager in Blackman Township, Michigan
Supply Chain Manager
Requisition ID: 39667
Job Location(s):
Blackman Township, MI, US
Job Description
Danfoss Power Solutions, located in Jackson, MI has an opening for a Manager of Supply Chain. The position is responsible for the Supply Chain function in the Jackson facility and is a member of the Plant Level Leadership Team reporting to the Plant Director.
Job Responsibilities
Provide for the flow of raw materials, finished parts, and assemblies to assure meeting sales forecast requirements.
Analyze forecasts, inventories, vendor lead times, production capacity to determine production schedules.
Work closely with various teams in Manufacturing, Engineering, etc regarding production requirements, capacity, due dates, and availability of parts/material.
Accountable for driving Supply Chain cost out and departmental continuous improvement activities.
Develop and own the long-term strategic plan for the SCM function.
Coordinate production operations with the requirements for finished products and the needs for material and labor.
Prepare and issue periodic status and activity reports.
Develop and implement departmental procedures.
Create improvements and desirable modifications in organization procedures, policies, standards, specifications, methods, processes and equipment within Supply Chain.
Provide for the timely, efficient movement of materials to and from designated production, storage, receiving and shipping locations.
Support indirect manufacturing employees engaged in shipping, receiving, transporting materials, stocking, storing and handling material.
Schedule and plan work activity, providing for contingencies and responding to expedites.
Adhere to, and support, all facility safety guidelines, communication and participation of employees to further identify and reduce/eliminate potential hazards.
Background & Skills
The ideal candidate possesses these skills.
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 3 years Supply Chain leadership experience within a Manufacturing environment; 5 or more years buying, planning & scheduling experience is required.
MRP systems knowledge (SAP/MfgPro experience preferred)
Comprehensive knowledge of materials planning and inventory control processes
Strong analytical skills
Ability to manage and develop a team
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
APICS Certification(s)
Broad knowledge of production control techniques and effective coordination between key manufacturing functions
Strong, effective communication and customer service skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with all levels
Proven leadership skills
Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
Bonus system
Paid vacation
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.