Project Manager (m​/w​/d) Manufacturing

Segment:
Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment

Job Category:
Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type:
On-site

Req

Job Location:

Frickenhausen, DE

Employment Type:

Full Time Segment:
Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment Job Category:
Supply Chain and Operations Work Location Type:
On-site Job Description

This is your opportunity to be at the heart of a major business transformation. In our segment Danfoss Climate Solutions in the Commercial Compressors division, our product line grows. As Project Manager (m/f/d) you will play a pivotal role in redesigning our supply chain, moving us from a traditional setup to a smarter, more efficient global model that serves customers worldwide.
You will lead strategic manufacturing footprint projects that are crucial to our expansion. This is a unique chance to shape the future of our production, driving innovation and efficiency as we build a supply chain that is ready for tomorrow’s challenges and opportunities.
Your project management expertise will ensure these complex initiatives are delivered on time and within budget. You will directly contribute to our sustainable growth and strengthen our position as a leader in the commercial compressor and HVAC industry.

As a Project Manager (m/f/d), you will:

• Shape and lead strategic manufacturing projects, from defining the scope and objectives to ensuring they align with our global business goals.
• Orchestrate all project phases, from planning resources and coordinating critical activities to proactively resolving issues to keep everything on track.
• Manage the project lifecycle, ensuring we meet our deadlines, stay within budget, and uphold the highest quality standards.
• Act as a central point of communication, providing clear and consistent updates to stakeholders at all levels and ensuring everyone is aligned.
• Drive continuous improvement by evaluating project performance, identifying lessons learned, and implementing best practices for future initiatives.

• A proven track record of successfully managing production localization or manufacturing transfer projects from start to finish.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Strong project management skills, ideally supported by a recognized project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
• Business fluency in English is essential. German language skills are a plus.
• Excellent stakeholder communication and influencing skills, with the ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment.

• 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.

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 areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long‑term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.