Are you ready to take charge of an international role leading in sustainable energy initiatives? At Vestas, we're seeking a visionary Supply Planning Manager to optimize spare parts availability for our wind turbines worldwide. In this pivotal role, you'll lead supplier collaboration, capacity planning, and S&OP execution—while promoting sustainability and innovation across our global operations. Join us in creating a more sustainable future.

Vestas Technology & Operations > Supply Chain > Demand Management
Service Supply Chain is part of VTO Supply Chain, and we are responsible for the global inventory and availability of all spare parts (both mains and minors) for the maintenance of installed turbines. You will become responsible for a international team from around the world, being responsible for the planning and collaboration with internal and external suppliers to ensure a superior delivery performance and availability. Moreover, you will also be contributing to the development of our Supply Chain

Responsibilities
As a Manager for the Supply Planning Team, you will be responsible for:

• Leadership, people management and development of a diverse set of functions across different countries
• You will be responsible for supplier forecasting and ensuring capacity planning, validation. Sign-off with main vendors & manufacturing teams
• You will be responsible for optimizing source flow by pushing Localization/ Direct sourcing and will ensure seamless execution along with procurement and SBUs.
• Drive the monthly S&OP process together with other Supply Chain functions such as Demand, Inventory and Risk management
• Develop and implement supply plans to meet demand forecasts while ensuring flawless supply execution across key inventory locations
• You will support sustainability by planning and ensuring availability of renovated components along with our global repair operations team

Qualifications

• We expect candidates to have a relevant degree combined with a significant experience in operations, supply chain and logistics or commercial experience in global B2B companies
• Experience from running, facilitating, and working with S&OP team with a customer focus
• Proficient in handling suppliers and engaging on quarterly business review
• Good understanding of data visualization tools such as Power BI, SAP SAC etc.
• We prefer some experience with remote Leadership
• Fluency in English, both verbally and in writing

Competencies

• Good stakeholder management skills combined with the ability to navigate across organizational levels, present insights and collaborate across departments and various stakeholders
• Capability to function effectively within a complex, matrix organization across Global Supply Chain and Vestas
• Ability to effectively handle multiple short- and long-term priorities in a challenging environment
• Solid data analysis, statistical modeling, and problem-solving abilities
• A convincing communicator who knows how to mobilize people

What we offer
We offer an exciting job with great opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring and diverse work environment within the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We value initiative, engagement, involvement and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. You will become part of a highly professional environment with lots of motivation. Vestas is growing and developing, and we want you to grow with us.

Additional information
Location: Aarhus, DK
Up to 30 travel days will be required per year
For additional information, please contact Rahul Shekhar, Director, Global SIOP at +4552157839
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, however, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 14th June 2025

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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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