Portfolio Director

Requisition ID: 42915

Job Location(s): Nordborg, DK Kolding, DK

Segment: Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment

Job Function: Project/Program Management

Job Description
As Portfolio Director you will play a leading role in the development and integration of products based on platforms (hardware & software). You’ll drive product success from project initiation through to launch, manage stakeholder communications, oversee budgets, and ensure the evolution of the platform. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and technically skilled individual with strong and proven project management experience.

In this role you will join Danfoss’ Commercial Compressor Division, a leading manufacturer of compressors and electronic controllers, offering solutions for air conditioning, refrigeration, mobile buses, and heat pumps globally. We specialize in technologies such as fixed-speed scrolls, inverter scroll solutions, reciprocating compressors, and centrifugal oil-free Turbocor® compressors. The division consists of five product lines (business units).

CC – Electronics was established in 2023 and supports all product lines in CC in the transformation from a mechanical to a mechatronic division by driving the electronic product roadmap and the development of electronic products, platforms, and software.

If you can break down complex ideas into actionable steps, communicate effectively, and execute projects to achieve key outcomes and deliver them on time, then you might be the right person for the job.

Job Responsibilities

• Platform & Project Management: Ensure development aligns with business goals and platform capabilities. Balance short-term project needs with long-term platform integrity, and manage key projects.

• Financial & Stakeholder Management: Own the project budget, ensure financial oversight, and manage communication with stakeholders, including internal teams, Product Lines (PLs), and external R&D partners.

• Continuous Improvement: Support the ongoing development of the platform, ensuring it meets evolving business needs and is maintained for long-term scalability.

• Risk & Business Case Management: Conduct risk assessments, develop business cases for platform projects, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure success.

Background & Skills

• Project & Technical Expertise: Experience with the Danfoss project model, SAP, Microsoft Office, and strong technical knowledge of platform products.

• Leadership & Communication: Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive teams, collaborate with stakeholders, and manage expectations across functions.

• Project Management: Proven ability to handle multiple projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.

• HW/SW Development: Solid experience with R&D electronic development projects (HW & SW), ideally both as an R&D engineer and Project Manager.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to "think Danfoss" by maintaining a broader perspective and aligning decisions with the company strategy.

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.