Project Manager, Sourcing

Danfoss GmbH; Pune District; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss GmbH in Pune, India seeks a Project Manager, Sourcing with 12-15 years of experience in sourcing and supplier development. You will lead end-to-end procurement projects, drive cost savings, and ensure delivery across cross-functional teams including Engineering and Quality.

You will manage supplier transitions, risk mitigation, and vendor relationships while focusing on cost optimization and process improvements within a global manufacturing context.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with 12-15 years of experience in sourcing, supplier development, or procurement project management.
• Strong ability to deliver cost savings through strategic sourcing and VA/VE initiatives.
• Knowledge of should costing, TCO, and manufacturing processes (casting, machining, heat treatment).
• Experience leading cross-functional sourcing projects and supplier transitions.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing projects and ensure supplier development and risk mitigation.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Develop and execute project plans with supplier ramp-up/down activities and milestones.
• Monitor risks, resolve implementation challenges, and ensure first-time-right execution.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships to support performance and capacity.

Skills

Sourcing excellence

Supplier development

Procurement project management

Cross-functional leadership

Cost optimization

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

As a Project Manager, Sourcing, you will be responsible for leading sourcing and supplier development projects that support business growth, cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and operational excellence.

You will drive cross-functional collaboration and ensure successful project execution from initiation through implementation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead end-to-end sourcing projects and ensure successful implementation of supplier development, NPD, dual sourcing, localization, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Deliver committed cost savings through strategic sourcing, VA/VE activities, and process improvement opportunities.Drive cross-functional collaboration across Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and suppliers to achieve project objectives.
• Develop and execute project plans, including supplier ramp-up/down activities, while ensuring timelines, quality, and business requirements are met.Monitor project risks, resolve implementation challenges, and ensure first-time-right execution.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support performance, capacity, quality, and long‑term business objectives.
• Provide regular project status updates and ensure accurate maintenance of sourcing and project management systems.

What We're Looking For

• Engineering degree with 12-15 years of experience in sourcing, supplier development, or procurement project management.
• Proven ability to deliver cost savings through strategic sourcing and VA/VE initiatives.Strong knowledge of should costing, TCO, and manufacturing processes such as casting, machining, and heat treatment.
• Experience leading cross‑functional sourcing projects and supplier transitions.
• Understanding of supplier quality processes, including APQP/PPAP and ISO/IATF standards.Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in Hydraulics, Off‑Highway, Industrial Manufacturing, or Oil & Gas industries is preferred.

What You’ll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

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.

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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.