Cost Down Consultant (Navigator)

Danfoss Power Solutions (DPS) is looking for aCost Down Consultantto drive impactful cost-reduction initiatives across our European manufacturing sites. With a focus on optimizingIndirect Costs(MRO, Transport & Logistics, Packaging, Energy & Utilities), you will lead value-driven consulting projects that reduce the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and enhance our contribution margins

As part of our global organization with over 61 factories worldwide, you will be responsible for consulting on and leading targeted projects of up to six months duration. The role requires flexibility to travel approximately 60% of the time across the region. When not on-site, you'll have the freedom to work from home or from one of our offices.

As a Cost Down Consultant, you will work closely with site teams, procurement, logistics, and other support functions, as well as external suppliers, to identify and execute cost-saving opportunities. You'll act as a trusted advisor and change agent, fostering a performance-driven mindset within the organization.

• Lead consulting engagements focused on identifying and implementing indirect cost optimization opportunities
• Collaborate with site stakeholders to define project scope, analyze data, and build cross-functional teams
• Prepare business cases and tactical implementation plans (TIP) to support decision-making
• Drive Performance Management (PMS) to track progress, resolve roadblocks, and ensure delivery on targets
• Report project outcomes to senior management and support knowledge sharing across sites
• Promote a culture of sustainable cost focus and continuous improvement across the European region

You bring a strategic consulting mindset with hands-on implementation skills. You are commercially savvy, data-driven, and thrive in multicultural, performance-oriented environments. You are passionate about cost optimization and bring the credibility to influence across functions.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 7 years' experience inSupply Chain, Procurement, or Continuous Improvementwithin manufacturing or a consulting environment
• Demonstrated success incost-down or efficiency improvement projects
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain dynamics
• Strong project leadership and change management skills
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Personal Traits:

• Results-driven team player with a collaborative spirit
• Lean and improvement-oriented mindset
• Structured, analytical, and fact-based decision maker

For information about the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter, Bjorn Jepsen, +45 6012 2680Please apply at your earliest convenience.We do not have an application deadline but accept applications as long as the job is posted.

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does 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.

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder's mindset "action speaks louder than words", we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

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.