The Impact You'll Make
Danfoss Power Solutions (DPS) is looking for a Cost Down Consultant to drive impactful cost-reduction initiatives across our European manufacturing sites. With a focus on optimizing Indirect 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.
What You’ll Be Doing
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.
1. Lead consulting engagements focused on identifying and implementing indirect cost optimization opportunities
2. Collaborate with site stakeholders to define project scope, analyze data, and build cross-functional teams
3. Prepare business cases and tactical implementation plans (TIP) to support decision-making
4. Drive Performance Management (PMS) to track progress, resolve roadblocks, and ensure delivery on targets
5. Report project outcomes to senior management and support knowledge sharing across sites
6. Promote a culture of sustainable cost focus and continuous improvement across the European region
What We're Looking For
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:
7. Minimum 7 years’ experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Continuous Improvement within manufacturing or a consulting environment
8. Demonstrated success in cost-down or efficiency improvement projects
9. Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain dynamics
10. Strong project leadership and change management skills
11. Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Personal Traits:
12. Results-driven team player with a collaborative spirit
13. Lean and improvement-oriented mindset
14. Structured, analytical, and fact-based decision maker
What You'll Get from Us
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
15. Bonus system
16. Paid vacation
17. Flexible working hours
18. Possibility to work remotely
19. Pension plan
20. Personal insurance
21. Communication package
22. Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
23. State of the art virtual work environment
24. 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.
Ready to Make a Difference?
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.