Transport and Customs Professional

Global Supply Chain & Transport > LATAM Transport & Customs > Inbound. The LATAM Transport department is looking for Transport Professional to ensure components are delivered ensuring Safe, timely and cost-effective as planned and in compliance with Customs and TAX regulations where Vestas operates, overseeing and managing materials and equipment within LATAM with main focus in LAT South countries. The general purpose is to oversee and manage the transportation of materials and tools for the wind turbines and their within factories, warehouses and wind sites.

Responsibilities

• Taking SAFETY and QUALITY as the forerunner of delivering the expected result.
• Ensure that all LSP are instructed and following safety procedures in all operations
• Coordinate with all involved stakeholders as also different Brokers, Freight Forwarders and Transport companies to ensure Latam shipments are properly on track and reported, following customs and tax compliance 
• Cross functional collaboration with proactively approach with stakeholders as Supply Chain, Service, Construction, Factories, Procurement, to attend and ensure safety, customs, tax, finance, account and systems compliance process
• Plan and coordinate reverse logistic of transport equipment returning to the factories and sites
• Prepare reports, schedules and analysis that may be required by the Regional/Global Transport teams
• Close cooperation in the transport team improving the operation in the region and meet the KPIs from transport department
• Investigate and support problem-solving of delivery and transport quality issues, monitor and report transport risks
• Monitoring, tracking and continuously improve transport performance.
• Assist with the Transport Budget preparation & control process, ensuring high integrity in our numbers by having accurate figures in Inbound reports and a high-quality budget on well-documented assumptions
• Control of transport forecast/spend reporting risks & opportunities
• Work in order to Optimize and Reduce overall logistics and customs costs
• Audit invoices / control payments of nominated service providers
• Support team to recover NCR/Claim costs disputes

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor's Degree in Logístic, Business or International Studies/Foreing Trade preferred.
• 5 or more years of experience in a similar position focused on Logistic/Transport in the region
• Solid understanding of international trade terminology.
• Comprehensive knowledge of logistics operations and practices, in-depth knowledge and hands-on  Transport & Customs set-up mainly in Lat South Countries
• Solid systems skills including proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), favorably including hands-on experience in Power BI and SAP BI.
• Advance English language skills, written and spoken. Portuguese is a plus.
• Knowledge of SAP

• Proactive, self-driven, motivated, hands-on, focused on results;
• Good problem-solving mindset, proactive and with a drive to make continuous improvements
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to makes recommendations and performs work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a cross-functional environment with multiple stakeholders, working in a dynamic environment with competing priorities

What We Offer ?

We offer an exciting job in a dynamic, international environment. You'll be working in a fast-growing team which is at the forefront of growth within the wind energy sector. As well as offering a competitive salary and benefits package, we put the emphasis on developing both personal and professional skills. In return, we expect you to go the extra mile to achieve results.

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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. 
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