Would it motivate you to grow your career in a truly global and innovative organization, where you set the limit for your development? If your answer is yes, we have an exciting opportunity for you at Vestas!

Vestas Technology & Operations > Procurement > Direct Material Procurement
Vestas Global Procurement is an award winning best in class Procurement function within the Worlds leading OEM for sustainable Energy Solutions. We are overall responsible for all Procurement activities within Vestas Wind System A/S, including co-leading cross-functional Module teams, negotiations, Value creation initiatives, Module strategy development and implementation and Supplier Account Management. The Direct Materials procurement department is globally responsible for procurement of all direct materials for our global product portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a procurement strategy that aligns with an industrial pull system. This involves working closely with supply chain and operations teams to ensure that the pull system integrates seamlessly with inventory management, demand forecasting, and supplier lead times
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure that they can meet the requirements of the pull system. This includes setting expectations for inventory levels, lead times, and order replenishment based on actual demand rather than forecasts
• Continuously monitor and analyze supply chain processes to identify areas for improvement in the pull system. This includes identifying bottlenecks, optimizing order frequency, and ensuring that suppliers can respond efficiently to the pull-based demand system
• Work closely with other departments such as logistics, production, and finance to ensure the pull system is properly integrated into the broader supply chain operations
• Identify potential risks within the supply chain related to the pull system and develop mitigation plans. This includes ensuring that suppliers have contingency plans in place to avoid disruptions
• Support capturing cost reductions coming from the introduction of an industrial pull system
• Lead efforts to continuously refine the pull system by gathering feedback from suppliers and internal teams, analyzing data, and implementing improvements based on performance metrics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or logistics
• Experience in managing supplier relationships and implementing supply chain improvements
• Relevant certifications such as CPM, APICS, CPSM, or CIPS
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and data analysis tools

Competencies

• You take accountability for your team's performance, responsibility for your decisions and speak up when facing hurtles and issues
• You're able to build trust and fully empower your project team to ensure full engagement and utilization of skills and competencies, allowing you to keep the overview
• You communicate upwards, outwards and downwards in an open, direct and honest way to ensure full transparency and alignment
• You approach your projects with curiosity and execute diligently, persistently and passionately with focus on cooperation, stakeholder management and "what is best for Vestas"
• You see yourself as a situational leader who can lead over distance and across cultures

What we offer
It's all about working together towards a shared goal. We maximize value for Vestas through our world-class procurement organization. We excel in cross-functional teamwork, maintain integrity, and provide a safe and inclusive workplace. Additionally, we foster strong collaboration with our suppliers to ensure mutual growth, sustainability and innovation

Additional information
Position Location: This position is in Aarhus DK

Application date: 04 April 2025. We reserve the right to take down the job ad before this date, if the right candidate is identified before.
Start date: ASAP and/or determined upon mutual agreement

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise 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 185 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 30,000 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.
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