Manager, Warehouse Operations - Region Central (f/m/d)

Vestas is the largest renewable energy solutions provider in the World. Vestas NCE is responsible for sales, construction, and servicing of wind projects in Benelux and other European Markets. Service Sales works with multiple functions in an international environment to deliver on Vestas "profitable growth" strategy.

Region NCE > SBU NCE Service > Supply Chain Warehouse Operations BNL & Offshore

Purpose and reason for the existence of the job

Vestas Wind Systems, Supply Chain Repair & Tools operates NCE Regional Warehouses for Vestas NCE Service. This position supports primarily the Onshore and Offshore Warehouses throughout NCE, as well as Offshore Vessels within Service operations. The position is indirectly responsible for around 70 employees mainly from UK, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium and Poland. The daily routines will consist not only of managing with your team but also communicating with a multi-cultural pool of stakeholders with different demands.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee multiple warehouse locations to ensure efficient, cost-effective Supply Chain Operations and reliable delivery of materials to Service Operations.
• Supervise and coordinate daily warehouse activities across BNL Onshore and whole NCE Offshore, maintaining seamless operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess warehouse performance.
• Manage warehouse budgets, optimize resource allocation, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Communicate with Service Operations to find pain points, synergies and opportunities for mutual improvements.
• Manage, coach, track professional development and guide a multicultural, highly skilled team in Supply Chain Operations Onshore and Offshore.
• Take decisions about employment conditions and staffing arrangements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or related areas. Communication and other soft skills play a big role in this position; therefore, different degrees will be considered.
• Previous management experience. (Transferable skills will be taken into consideration)
• Experience in SAP MMA or other ERP systems.
• Full fluency in English. Additional languages are highly desirable.
• Experience with Material Flow, Warehousing Processes, Health & Safety procedures.

Competencies

• Communication: Express ideas clearly verbally and in writing, listen effectively, and build rapport enabling influence in decision-making.
• Teamwork: Working well with stakeholders and understanding their needs, contributing to company growth.
• Problem-solving: Analytical skills, structured approach to problems and critical thinking to identify and resolve challenges.
• Flexibility to handle unexpected changes and new situations.
• Leadership: Initiative and the ability to coordinate others and inspire professional decision-making. Make use of feedback techniques and performance tracking tools.
• Prioritization: Assess tasks and responsibilities based on urgency
• Knowledge of supply chain management and strategy deployment
• Project Management skills

What we offer

• Long term contract
• Exciting and innovative job in an international company • A team, focused on teamwork• A wide range of responsibilities and development aimed at your professional and personal development

Additional Information

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, however, 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.

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 necessar 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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