Sourcing Project Manager (m/f/d)

Danfoss; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss in Canada’s Saskatchewan region seeks a Sourcing Project Manager in our Hydrostatics Division to drive supplier strategy, cost optimization, and project execution across a global manufacturing environment. You will build strong supplier partnerships and contribute to sustainable value while collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers worldwide.

You will lead sourcing initiatives, manage supplier changes, and mitigate risks to support product development and supply chain

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Management, Engineering or Supply Chain.
• 5+ years of international procurement or sourcing experience.
• Proven project management experience delivering ambitious objectives.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, matrix organization.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, cost reduction, supplier negotiations, risk mitigation.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and supplier projects that deliver cost savings and quality improvements.
• Partner with engineering, project management and category teams for new product development and supplier integration.
• Develop and strengthen supplier relationships to identify innovation opportunities.
• Manage supplier changes, redesign initiatives and sourcing transitions while ensuring quality and compliance.
• Identify supply chain risks and drive mitigation actions for project success.

Skills

Procurement experience

Project management

Global mindset

Communication skills

Engineering drawings interpretation

Sourcing strategy

Education

Business/Engineering/Supply Chain degree

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

As a Sourcing Project Manager within our Hydrostatics Division, you will play a key role in driving supplier strategy, cost optimization, and project execution across a global manufacturing environment. Your work will directly support business growth by building strong supplier partnerships and delivering sustainable value.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers worldwide to identify opportunities, manage sourcing initiatives, and ensure successful implementation of product and supplier changes. Through your leadership, you will help improve quality, productivity, and supply chain resilience.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence sourcing decisions, lead strategic projects, and contribute to innovative solutions that support Danfoss' long-term success.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead sourcing and supplier projects that deliver cost savings, quality improvements, and business value.
• Partner with engineering, project management, and category teams to support new product development and supplier integration.
• Develop and strengthen supplier relationships to identify innovation opportunities and build a pipeline of productivity improvements.
• Manage supplier changes, redesign initiatives, and sourcing transitions while ensuring quality and compliance requirements are met.
• Identify potential supply chain risks and drive mitigation actions to support project success and business continuity.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 5+ years of international procurement or sourcing experience in a global environment.
• Demonstrated project management experience with a proven track record of delivering ambitious objectives.
• Strong personal drive and persistence, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, matrix organization.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, cost reduction initiatives, supplier negotiations, risk mitigation, and commodity market management, ideally within raw materials, castings, machining, or turned parts categories.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation, combined with strong communication skills and a global mindset.

What You'll Get from Us

1. Join a global manufacturing environment where you will lead strategic sourcing projects, build strong supplier partnerships, and directly influence business success.
2. Gain exposure to international procurement, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration while working with global teams and stakeholders.
3. Develop your expertise in project management, cost optimization, supply chain resilience, and strategic sourcing, driving impactful initiatives across the organization.
4. Minimum gross monthly salary starting from €2,700, with the potential for a higher offer based on your qualifications and seniority.
5. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including regular annual salary increases, an annual bonus based on the company's financial results, and life insurance coverage.
6. Take advantage of additional employee benefits such as a contribution to the 3rd pension pillar (DDS) and 2 extra vacation days on top of your statutory entitlement.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do 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.

Want to know more? Please visit our F AQ Pag e.

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.