Assistant Lead Engineer -Procurement Project Engineering

The Procurement Project Engineering team in Chennai is a sub-function of the Procurement Program Management based in Denmark. The department's primary objective is to ensure that all procurement deliverables for projects are fulfilled with high quality and on time.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the project meets the Time to Market target, while also fulfilling safety, quality, and cost parameters
• Support to prepare procurement related deliverables preparation towards gate review meetings 
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System processes and Vestas Way to Market (Stage Gate model)
• Proactively engage and collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks and develop mitigation plans
• Serve as the "go-to" person for solving problems and driving actions related to the Procurement function
• Drive the development of best practices within the functional area
• Generate project performance reports and conduct peer review meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelors in engineering (Mechanical / Electrical) with minimum 9 years of experience in Global procurement, new product development functions
• Project management certification and or 6 sigma knowledge is an added advantage

Competencies

• Expertise in global procurement function process.
• Hands-on experience in new product development and its processes, including life cycle management
• High level of expertise in engineering change management processes
• Proficiency in SAP, Windchill, and Creo View tools
• Advanced skills in handling Excel workbooks, Macros, SAP GUI, and Power BI tools
• Strong technical skills, with a solid knowledge of manufacturing, negotiation, interpersonal communication, and problem-solving
• Must possess the drive and enthusiasm to work under tight deadlines across different time zones and cultures

What We Offer
Vestas provides an open, respectful, and global culture, attractive compensation package, and long-term career development. Choose us, choose a brilliant future! To meet business growth needs, Vestas needs a lot of talents to join us.
We care about and respect all employees and will offer attractive benefits which include on-the-job training, a perfect platform for professional and personal development, a bonus program, colorful team activities, etc. We emphasize 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 recognise 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 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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