Tactical Buyer (m/f/d)

Danfoss; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Pension plan

2 extra vacation days

Annual bonus

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Tactical Buyer to secure materials for production continuity during a maternity leave. You will act as a vital link between suppliers and internal teams, ensuring on-time material availability and quick issue resolution.

Collaboration with planning, production, and quality teams will be essential as you manage POs, monitor supplier performance, and maintain ERP data. The role offers growth within a global manufacturing environment and a starting salary with benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain.
• SAP knowledge is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel at a medium level).
• Fluency in English and strong communication/analytical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and supplier confirmations to ensure timely material availability for production.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery issues to prevent shortages and disruptions.
• Collaborate with planning, production, and quality teams to align supply with operational needs.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP systems to support procurement processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain performance and efficiency.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Excel

English fluency

Communication skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

You will play a key role in ensuring materials are available when and where they are needed, directly supporting production continuity and customer satisfaction. As a Tactical Buyer, your work will help keep our supply chain running smoothly during a maternity leave.

You will act as a vital link between suppliers and internal teams, helping to resolve challenges quickly and maintain operational stability. Your contribution will directly impact delivery performance and overall supply chain reliability.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage purchase orders and supplier confirmations to ensure timely material availability for production
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery issues to prevent shortages and disruptions
• Collaborate with planning, production, and quality teams to align supply with operational needs
• Maintain accurate data in ERP systems to support efficient and reliable procurement processes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain performance and efficiency

What We're Looking For

• Experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain, or a similar role.
• SAP knowledge is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft office (Excel medium level)
• Good communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills, with fluency in English.

What You’ll Get from Us

1. Opportunity to work in a dynamic international manufacturing environment and contribute to a key supply chain project.
2. Professional development and career growth opportunities within a global organization.
3. Collaboration with experienced supply chain and procurement professionals, enabling knowledge sharing and skill development.
4. Minimum gross monthly salary starting from €1,700, with the potential for a higher offer based on your qualifications and seniority.
5. Regular annual salary increase and annual bonus depending on the company’s financial results.
6. Comprehensive benefits package, including life insurance, contribution to the 3rd pension pillar (DDS), and 2 extra vacation days.

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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.

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