Category Specialist Requisition ID: 43718 Job Location(s): Haiyan, CN Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Group Functions CFO Job Function: Procurement & Purchasing Work Location Type: On-site **Job Description** As Category Specialist, you will have a wide range of contacts both internally in the organisation and externally with your suppliers. You will manage plenty of ADM suppliers, and you will be responsible for supporting and developing the procurement category strategy in China & NEA which is aligned with Category Manager. You need to work as a ADM procurement window to support responsible sites. **Job Responsibilities** Category strategy development • Take lead on certain sub-categories under ADM category. • Deploy agreed category strategy supported by projects and operational buyers; • Ensure the availability of market analysis and supplier roadmaps; • Owner of supplier segmentation of responsible sub-categories; • Report on KPIs(Saving, PMT, spend on contract, ESG), follow up and secure that KPIs are obtained. Category sourcing projects execution • Lead on ADM sourcing to get the targeted TCO saving delivered; • Lead negotiations of contracts • Continuously work on optimization of China/NEA ADM supplier base; • Contract management in compliance with guidelines; Supplier management & Supply Sustainability • SRM on major spend suppliers; • Periodically update supplier segmentation and Danfoss Vendor List base on fully aligned with stakeholders; • Carry on supplier workshop for continuous cost reduction and service improvement; • New supplier identification and technology trend monitoring. Supplier onboarding through sourcing process. Stakeholder collaboration • Cooperate and communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders • Build internal stakeholder network to provide strong support from procurement end. • To deploy the category strategies and indirect procurement process with fully alignment with stakeholders. • Drive regular meeting with stakeholders to explore saving potential and collect inputs; **Background & Skills** Bachelor degree or above, with at least 3-5 years category management working experience Procurement Process knowledge Strategic Thinking and negotiation Skills Strong communication skills (influencing others,idea Generation & Problem Solving) Proficient in using various office software and basic knowhow of SAP Fluent business English, verbal and writing is a must Being able to speak Korean is a plus **Employee Benefits** 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. **Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow** 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. Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories. Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.