At Vestas we are powered by the dream of changing the world. And to create a sustainable future, we are building a team of passioned visionaries. Would you like to join us?

Vestas is the world's largest wind turbine manufacturing company with significant operations in the United States.

Purchaser

Responsibilities:

Responsible for directing the business priorities to shape, define and execute the procurement strategy for the Vestas Wind Turbines.

• Direct - sourcing the materials required to build a wind turbine.
• Close collaboration with key local and global stakeholders including construction, sales, project management, engineering, quality, legal and supply chain to optimize scope cost competitiveness
• Directly coordinate new and existing regional supplier relationships and leverage internal stakeholder/category relationships to maximize global supplier partnerships
• Oversee strategic purchasing initiatives and develop reporting materials (power point presentations, business cases, etc.)
• Build supplier market intelligence and ensure that supply base data is available to support business decisions
• Implement and oversee all aspects of the supplier development, contracting and buy to pay processes, including proper risk management
• Be a point of escalation and resolution for scope-related supplier issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Masters' degree in global supply chain management, engineering or other related business studies
• 2+ years' work experience in procurement or other related supply chain management field
• Experience gathering market intelligence (understanding/interest in global markets, material trends, politics, etc.)
• Previous experience building business cases or strategies (for a category, commodity, piece of the supply chain or for a business unit, etc.)
• Advanced MS Excel (minimum of pivot tables, v-look up, etc.)
• Contract management experience
• Advanced negotiation experience for supplier negotiations (Lead negotiation experienced is desirable)
• Industry experience (renewables, energy, manufacturing/factory environment, etc.) is desired
• Comprehensive interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Solution oriented, problem solver
• Cross cultural skills (will work as part of an international team)
• Ability to prioritize in a time-sensitive setting
• High level business knowledge (understanding of financial statements, cash flow, EBIT, inventory, etc.)
• Project management skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Advanced ability to create and deliver presentations and business cases
• Ability to develop a cross-functional team
• Aptitude for construction, transport of large goods or technology (basic understanding of construction, engineering or manufacturing concepts ie. ability to read drawings or knowledge of machining, forging, casting, welding, assembly, etc.)
• Candidate needs to be self-motivated, find opportunities and have ability to make independent decisions
• Ability to travel (20%)

Competencies:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite computer skills (Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, SAP and additional software programs)
• Effective written and oral communication skills; able to express oneself clearly and in technical and non-technical terms in English
• Ability to work flexible hours and with variety of cultures (coordinating with various time zones)
• Ability to effectively build a cross functional team that may include internal, external, domestic and international stakeholders
• Ability to travel as business requires

What We Offer:

We offer an exciting position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's number one wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a commitment to sustainability and safety and you will work among colleagues that take care of each other.

• Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry
• Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
• Generous Paid Time Off policies
• Great 401(k) plan (with employer match)
• Tuition assistance

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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 specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims 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, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 29,000 employees globally, Vestas is 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, and gives 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.