Vice President, Global Operating Model & Continuous Improvement

The Vice President Global Operating Model & Business Development is responsible for designing, implementing, evolving and optimizing the Operational and Commercial global operating model for our Service business. The role ensures organizational alignment, process standardization, governance, and continuous improvement to enhance efficiency, quality, scalability, and customer value.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement & evolve the Global Operating Model
• Oversee the development and execution of a unified global operating model that aligns organizational design, talent strategy, core processes, performance management, systems, and data governance
• Ensure the new model is aligned with strategic business needs.
• Develop aligned and optimized global principles, standards, and policies.
• Direct global governance frameworks and clarify roles and responsibilities.
• Oversee audits of adherence across all regions and functions. Establishing KPIs and maturity assessments to track compliance.
• Spot opportunities to improve processes across regions and functions.
• Improve operational performance, quality, and cost efficiency by introducing global best practices.
• Guide organizational adoption of the new Global Operating Model.
• Coordinate change efforts with global and regional stakeholders.
• Ensure smooth transitions with minimal disruption.
• Deploy global KPIs, dashboards, and reporting standards.
• Work closely with regional and global leaders in Service, CX, Operations, Commercial, Workforce Management, and Training.
• Lead and develop a team of 25 FTEs.
• Strengthen skills, guide leaders, and create a positive culture of achievement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field; MBA
• 10-15+ years in global operations, PMO, transformation, or process excellence roles.
• Experience implementing global operating models at scale.
• Extensive change leadership and stakeholder management.
• Experience working in complex, multicultural, matrixed organizations.

Our commitment to a fair hiring.

 At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

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.

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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 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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