Vice President, BU Medium Power

Danfoss Power Solutions has an exciting opportunity for a Vice President, BU Medium Powerto join us at our Ames, Iowa or Eden Prairie, Minnesotalocations in the US. In this critical position, this person will be responsible for leading operations, BU sales, portfolio, R&D, Finance and HR, ultimately responsible for the overall P&L. Our next VP will also be responsible for identifying and developing the BU team and the development and execution of strategic plans and objectives. In this role, this person will also have global influence and business insight into different strategies.

Job responsibilities for but not limited to the following:

• Strong communication, interpersonal and team building skills
• Focus and improvement of safety, quality, delivery and quality
• Advancement of business unit's vision and profitable growth strategy
• Expansion, localization and optimization of manufacturing footprint
• Accelerate continuous improvement towards world class manufacturing
• As a member of the Hydrostatics Division leadership team, the BU leader is responsible for setting the overall strategic direction and creating shared commitment for the success of the Division.
• Drive profitable growth of revenue through existing and new channels. Ensure BU plans are aligned and coordinated with the Division and functional strategies
• Collaborate with functions and other BU's to determine needs and priority for company resources
• Leverage existing manufacturing capacity and experience, to provide value for the company and achieve operational excellence
• Optimize organization for increased speed and agility in execution to enable our business to better compete in a global marketplace. Limit hierarchies, promote self-management and create a more fluid and team centric organization
• Coach and develop employees. Create an environment where employees are rewarded for the value they create and have a strong focus, on building a talent pipeline

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

The ideal candidate possesses these skills.

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and/or equivalent related experience required.
• 10 plus years related experience required, with five or more years of P&L experience operating at an executive level.
• Experience leading in an industrial environment. Industry knowledge/experience in off-highway, automotive or electronics preferred.

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

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Personal insurance
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• 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.