Lean Supply Chain Specialist

Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a Defining-force in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas’ core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Come and Join us at Vestas!

Service > Service Lean & Planning Excellence > Operational Excellence APC

Vestas' Global Service business was spun out as a separate business unit during 2014 due to the growing commercial and strategic significance of the service business. With our corporate strategy "Profitable Growth for Vestas" we have communicated specific, ambitious growth targets for service in coming three years. To achieve such targets while keeping our cost base steady requires a fundamental shift in how we operate - commercially as well as operationally.  The Global Service Lean team is responsible for driving further our Service Business' continuous improvement and execution excellence culture. We drive the process for Strategy Deployment, work on establishing global concepts, and execute breakthrough improvements based on world class methodologies such as Lean Supply Chain, Lean and Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Join a regional team of Lean and Six Sigma Black Belts focused on advancing Lean maturity and reducing operational costs
• Engage with Supply Chain and Repair teams to elevate performance metrics to world-class benchmarks
• Drive regional improvements to increase stock turns, minimize obsolescence, optimize processes, and lower repair costs
• Conduct periodic Lean maturity assessments across logistics areas and operational processes
• Develop and execute targeted Lean Transformation plans based on maturity assessment results
• Facilitate Kaizen events to drive continuous improvements and update core processes
• Implement VMP initiatives to directly reduce regional operational costs
• Share and standardize Lean best practices across various regions and repair facilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher academic qualification
• Minimum 10 years of successful experience in LEAN Supply Chain
• Proven track record applying LEAN Supply Chain principles across both manufacturing and transactional environments

Competencies

• Strong influence, persuasiveness, and interpersonal capabilities
• Clear communication skills to convey future-state next steps to key stakeholders
• Ability to create impact and connect effectively with the workforce
• Extensive experience in Supply Chain and Logistics management
• Proven background in Change Management, system implementation, and multi-region follow-ups
• Expertise in driving continuous operational improvements based on Value Streams
• Certification, certified experience, or education in Lean Supply Chain and Logistics disciplines
• Superior analytical, implementation, and facilitation skills
• Superior written and verbal communication in English, plus the local regional language

What We offer
An exciting job in a dynamic environment. Personal development opportunities in an inspiring, international work environment with the world's leading wind turbine manufacturer. Ability to set your quality fingerprint in an expanding organization.

Additional Information
The work location is in Chennai, India. 

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. Please be advised to apply on or before 04th Sep 2026. 
Learn more about Vestas at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels.

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 200 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 39,000 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. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.