Global Strategic Purchaser. Hub

4 days ago

Århus, Århus Kommune, Denmark Vestas Full time

Are you experienced in guiding projects and used to work in a global environment? If you have solid communication skills and can create good collaboration with stakeholders all over the world, then we have the opportunity for you

Manufacturing and Global Procurement > Global Procurement > Weldments & Covers

Vestas Global Procurement is responsible for all procurement activities within Vestas, including leading cross-functional category teams, negotiations and contract management, development of end-to-end cost-out initiatives, category strategy development and supplier relationship management. This position is related to the Hub Category where we are looking for a new colleague for our team in Aarhus. In the Hub procurement team, we are commercially responsible for Vestas' global network of external suppliers of the various Hub components, including blade bearings and hydraulic components.

Responsibilities

  • You will work closely with the Commodity Teams.
  • You will work in a global department and collaborate closely with global and functional resources.
  • You will communicate high-value information to support data-driven decision-making and execute both routine and project-oriented tasks related to improving Commodity performance and identification of new opportunities.
  • You will execute on both routine and project-oriented tasks related to improving Commodity performance and identification of new opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Experience with strategic procurement or a degree in either business or engineering.
  • Advanced communication skills including fluent English skills.
  • Advanced skills within PPT and Excel required.
  • You are a skilled IT user (SAP, SAP ARIBA, and Microsoft Office).
  • Strong capability in communication, presentation, and ability to interact effectively on complex strategy and analysis topics with senior stakeholders.
  • Result-oriented, analytical and structured, demonstrating excellent collaboration abilities.
  • Effective analytics skills and familiar with data analytics tools, e.g., Excel.
  • Able to work with a high degree of execution power, energy, and passion.
  • High level of integrity and ethics.

What we offer

We offer you an exciting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development within the largest company in the renewable energy industry. You will be provided with a unique opportunity to set your footprints within an essential area in Vestas. You will be an integral part of an international team, with a 'can-do' attitude and who are keen to make a difference. Note that this offer is for a permanent position, that in the first year will replace an employee on maternity leave.

Additional information

Your primary work location will be Aarhus, Denmark. The role includes up to 30 days of international travel yearly.

Application date: 12 March 2025. We reserve the right to take down the job ad before this date if the right candidate is identified before.

Start Date: ASAP or otherwise agreed upon.

For questions, please reach out to Rita Rebelo at +351966708653.

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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 power 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. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at 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.

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