Director, Global Procurement Finance

Are you looking for the opportunity to make a difference in the renewable energy industry? Do you enjoy translating business events into financial results and improve forecasting accuracy to contribute to profitable growth? Are you driven by a mindset to continuously improve the way how we operate to adapt to a volatile environment? Then read on to explore this opportunity to join the world's most sustainable company in the energy industry as a Finance Director!

Finance > Group Finance Performance > Global Procurement Finance 

As the Finance Director Procurement you are responsible leading the Finance team supporting our Global and Regional Procurement Teams. Direct Procurement is a crucial function in our business connected to purchasing of materials, components and products that are used in our internal and external manufacturing processes. Indirect procurement plays a key role in the construction process, service contracts as well as all the other external commitments we have to run our business successfully. The team is organized around those different procurement disciplines and you will be a vital member of the Global Procurement Leadership team. 

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower the Global Procurement Finance Team
• Play a crucial role as a key member of the Global Procurement Management team, serving as the Finance interface to cross functional stakeholders
• Cultivate and propel a team of seasoned professionals who excel as Finance Business partners in their respective fields across the different procurement disciplines
• Together with the team enable financial insights in current as well as an outlook to future performance of the area and communicate those insights to senior management to enable effective decision making processes
• Co-pilot the transformation processes in Global Procurement with a focus on continuous performance tracking, establishing gap closure plans

Qualifications

• Relevant education / degree most likely within Finance and/or Business domain
• Leadership experience in leading high performing teams in a multinational corporation is advantageous
• Experience in managing financial processes and supporting business functions with relevant insights to facilitate decision making processes.
• Experience in presenting complex data to senior stakeholders and decision-makers across the company
• Proficiency in English, written and verbal

Competencies

• You have the desire to work in a diverse and international environment with multiple stakeholders at all corporate levels
• You are motivated by working in an environment and team, focused on empowerment and freedom to operate
• You have strong communication skills and can process complex information to present key messages in a simple and consistent manner
• You have a positive attitude, like being proactive and value collaboration with other colleagues across the organization
• You have a Problem Solver Mindset with an eagerness to learn on a continuous basis
• You bring strong analytical skills and decision-making capabilities
• You firmly believe in continuous improvement and like being a driver of change

What we offer 
As part of Group Finance, we offer an exciting job with great opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, flexible, trusted and international work environment in the renewable energy sector. We highly value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. 

Additional information
Your work location will be Aarhus, Denmark. We look forward to receiving your application online as soon as possible and no later than 9th June 2024. Applications are handled on an ongoing basis. Please apply online with your letter of motivation and CV in English. 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. For additional information on the position, please contact Lukas Schäfer, Head of COO Finance (+45 28115284)

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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.