The main purpose of a Buyer is to Procure material and related Services required by the company in the assigned commodity /product areas. Buyer is accountable for securing Purchase Order creations and its maintenance for Vestas globally.

Procurement department is designed to support the Vestas' Global Business and its End Customers

Our strategic objective is to build a competitive advantage for Vestas in the growing market and making it even more powerful in the coming year

Given the dynamics of the market and our dedicated wish to claim leadership in that market, you will join a fast paced environment with a strong growth potential.
Procurement Department is a vital player in making this happen. We are therefore in the process of building a strong global team, with the goal to deliver world class sourcing and category management strategy, driving cost, quality and on time delivery. As a part of this team we are now looking for a dynamic Buyers, who has the skills, passion, energy and drive to contribute to this vision.

Qualification

• PO creation as per SAP-MRP signals
• Negotiate delivery expedites with critical suppliers
• Come up with customized strategy to deal with delivery complexities.
• Update Order confirmation into SAP as per confirmation received from supplier.
• Support follow up for Order confirmation compliance from supplier within agreed timeline.
• PO maintenance - Expedite/defer/cancel deliveries as per MRP signals
• Support in report generation for analytics and MIS tracking
• Track shipments based on the info provide by LSP/Supplier/Vestas Transport system
• Liaise with supplier in case if deliveries don't turn up
• Handle generic mailbox and respond to queries.
• Keep track of process updates
• Discuss new learnings and risks in the process on-time.
• Contribute to RCA and training requirements
• Should be able to create/amend process flows as and when new changes are updated in process.
• Support Quality checks and provide feedback on the issues detected.
• Should be able to support during crisis - volume spike / process changes
• Make use of this excellent opportunity to learn and develop within the company and become a valued member of the buying team.
• Provide buying support to the rest of the team

Competencies

• Comprehensive knowledge on the Procurement Process (Procure to Pay)
• Know Business stakeholders' requirements & expectations
• Analytical & ability to resolve operational challenges with ease.
• Advanced SAP skills in Material management
• Candidates should be flexible to work in Europe Shift timings

What We Offer

You'll have the opportunity to help strengthen the position of Vestas in a key market for the company with excellent perspectives of growth.

Join Vestas and you'll cultivate your career in an inspiring environment at the world's leading wind turbine producer, which has an ongoing dedication to sustainability. We value individual initiative, the desire to take on responsibility, and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. At Vestas your success is our success.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution - today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.