Consultant, OVM Full Time NEW

In this role as Consultant – Operational Vendor Management (OVM) at Danfoss Group Digital & IT, you will directly strengthen our global IT vendor ecosystem—especially within the IT Software category. Your contributions will ensure smooth daily operations, accurate vendor data, and continuous process improvements that elevate how we manage software procurement and supplier partnerships worldwide.

Your ability to optimize processes, support stakeholders proactively, and drive reliable vendor governance will play a key part in enabling business continuity, cost transparency, and better decision‑making across our global IT landscape.

What You’ll Be Doing
You will take ownership of the daily operational and optimization tasks within our OVM practice and support both internal teams and external vendors. Your responsibilities will include:

Core Responsibilities

• Deliver timely service and support for IT Software–related service requests and occasionally other IT categories.
• Maintain and update IT Software data, ensuring accuracy and completeness for reporting and compliance needs.
• Conduct scheduled analytics and reporting for internal stakeholders, providing clear insights and follow‑up.
• Participate in local and global meetings with IT software vendors to support procurement and contract-related activities.
• Oversee procurement processes such as purchase requests, purchase orders, invoicing, and utilization tracking.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to compliance and audit activities.
• Ensure adherence to IT Procurement policies and procedures across the vendor lifecycle.

Your Responsibility Areas

• IT Operational Vendor Management
• IT Procurement
• IT Process Management
• IT Supplier Management
• Demand Management
• IT Supply Chain Management

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys collaborating across teams, and embraces a growth mindset—continually seeking ways to improve processes, relationships, and outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills

• A relevant degree in economics, procurement, or a related field.
• Experience in IT vendor management; experience with IT Software vendors is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical abilities with a structured and disciplined working style.
• Confident communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to balance independent work with effective cross-functional teamwork.
• Proactive, goal-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and shifting priorities.
• Knowledge of IT hardware and operational procurement is beneficial.
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal).

What You’ll Get From Us
At Danfoss, you’ll join a dedicated global team that values curiosity, continuous learning, and personal development. You will gain:

• Opportunities to strengthen your expertise in IT vendor and procurement management on a global scale.
• Exposure to cross-functional projects that broaden your business understanding and accelerate growth.
• A collaborative environment that encourages experimentation, innovation, and process improvement.
• Support from experienced leaders who invest in your development and encourage you to challenge the status quo.
• A workplace culture built on trust, diversity, and a shared commitment to sustainable progress.

You will be based in Chennai, India (Oragadam, SIPCOT Industrial Growth Center) and connected to a truly global network of colleagues and partners.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

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 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.