Strategic Category Manager – Hybrid, Procurement Leader

Danfoss GmbH; Poland; Hybrid; PLN 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Life insurance

PPE

Lux Med

Sports card

Job summary

Danfoss GmbH in Poland is seeking a Category Manager to shape supplier relationships and drive cost efficiency in our Climate Solutions segment. You will lead negotiations with key suppliers, analyze markets, and identify sourcing opportunities to strengthen our procurement objectives.

This hybrid role in Tuchom offers collaboration with cross-functional teams on projects, risk management, and ongoing supplier development, with a focus on long-term value and resilient supply chains.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing procurement processes and negotiations with suppliers.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to build long-term relationships.
• Strong analytical thinking with data-driven decision making.
• High level of independence, ownership and proactivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead price and commercial negotiations with suppliers, securing the best possible solutions for Danfoss.
• Analyze the supplier market, identify new sourcing opportunities, and develop relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Prepare and manage RFQs, analyze received offers, and support the selection of the most competitive solutions.
• Identify and manage supplier-related risks, taking action to protect business continuity and achieve procurement objectives.
• Drive cost optimization across purchased components and services and actively contribute to new projects, working closely with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Independence & ownership

Fluent English

Job description

Danfoss GmbH in Poland is seeking a Category Manager to shape supplier relationships and drive cost efficiency in our Climate Solutions segment. You will lead negotiations with key suppliers, analyze markets, and identify sourcing opportunities to strengthen our procurement objectives.

This hybrid role in Tuchom offers collaboration with cross-functional teams on projects, risk management, and ongoing supplier development, with a focus on long-term value and resilient supply chains.