Project Manager

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!

Manufacturing and Global Procurement > Global Procurement > Global Procurement Program Management
The department is responsible for organizing and implementing the procurement scope of Technology, New Product Introduction and Technology Transfer projects within Vestas. 
 

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Technology and New Product Introduction projects within Global Procurement in close cooperation with R&D (Vestas Power Solutions), Manufacturing and other key functions
• Take full ownership of ensuring all deliverables from Global Procurement in your projects according to the Vestas stage-gate model
• Bring Global Procurement strategies into action when carrying out the projects
• Deliver on agreed project scope and targets, ensuring the balance between quality, time, cost, resources and risks
• Ensure supply chain readiness throughout the development projects until global production ramp-up
• Project budget responsible for Global Procurement in all the projects

Qualifications
The ideal candidate has more than 5 years of proven experience within project management, e.g. in production companies with a global supply chain. Furthermore, we expect that you:

• Have a relevant BSc or MSc in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Management or equivalent
• Hold a project management certification such as Prince2 Practitioner or equivalent or relevant experience 
• Have experience with New Product Introduction and with Procurement
• Have led project teams with team members joining in from around the world
• Have experience working in a matrix organization
• Have professional communication and presentation skills 

Competencies

• have Engineering and Business understanding
• are structured, result oriented and focused on delivering as promised
• can keep a cool head, always maintain an overview and make priorities
• are great at collaborating and show your enthusiasm and motivate the team
• know how to manage your stakeholders efficiently by building and maintaining relations
• communicate professionally on all levels in the organisation

What we offer
We offer you an exciting job with great professional and personal development opportunities in an inspiring and international organization at the forefront of the industry. We value initiative, responsibility, and quality in everything we do. You will become part of a highly professional environment with a solid technical and commercial commitment. You will have a high impact on our products and solutions' way to market, as well as influence of your own position, in an informal and innovative environment.
 

Additional information
Application date: 17 May 2024. We reserve the right to take down the job ad before this date, if the right candidate is identified before.
Start date: Determined upon mutual agreement.
Further information: If you have any questions concerning this position, please reach out to Head of GP Program Management, Erik Madsen at  +45 40 45 91 52

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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. 
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