Incubation Data Center Program Manager (NPD) – Global Lead

Danfoss; København; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Program Manager, Incubation Data Center to drive innovative programs in the Data Center Business Unit based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Lead cross-functional teams across the lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of business cases and robust change control within a matrix organization.

You will develop and improve NPD processes, collaborate with stakeholders, and mentor team members while focusing on EIS readiness and value realization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business or a technical field.
• At least five years of project management or engineering experience; PgMP certification is preferred.
• Strong command of project and program management methods, with structured planning and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead medium-complexity programs with WBS, schedule, and a robust SoW.
• Manage scope, changes, meetings and monitor program health using metrics.
• Own the business case and customer outcomes, aligning with product roadmap and EIS objectives.
• Lead cross-functional and international teams, communicating progress to leadership.
• Improve NPD processes, apply change-management principles and coordinate training.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Communication

Mentoring/coaching

Stakeholder management

Education

Master’s degree in Business or a technical field

Program Management Professional certification (preferred)

Job description

Danfoss is seeking a Program Manager, Incubation Data Center to drive innovative programs in the Data Center Business Unit based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Lead cross-functional teams across the lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of business cases and robust change control within a matrix organization.

You will develop and improve NPD processes, collaborate with stakeholders, and mentor team members while focusing on EIS readiness and value realization.