Specialist - Procurement Project Engineering

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Procurement > Procurement Program Management > 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 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 Modular Vestas Way to Market (Stage Gate model)
• Engage and collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks and develop mitigation plans
• Serve as the main contact for solving problems and initiating actions related to the Procurement function
• Initiate the development of best practices within the functional area
• Generate project performance reports and conduct peer review meetings
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders across the organization to ensure timely delivery of items for new project proto builds
• Manage and implement proto test completed new projects across multiple locations

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Engineering ( Mechanical , Electrical ) with minimum 12 to 16 years of experience in Global procurement, New product development functions. 
• Project management certification and 6 sigma knowledge

Competencies

• Able to apply skills to perform complex and non routine work activities to improve, Change or adapt existing methods and techniques
• Utilize a methodical approach to issue definition and resolution, effectively resolving a wide range of issues in NPI projects through collaboration
• Knowledge in global procurement process, with experience in new product development and its processes, including engineering change management processes
• High level of new product qualifications, project governance, risk identification and mitigations
• Technical skills, with a solid knowledge of manufacturing, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of the value chain and capable of managing multiple stakeholders globally
• Possess the motivation and enthusiasm to work under tight deadlines across different time zones and cultures
• Proficiency in SAP, Windchill, and Creo View tools
• Advanced skills in handling Excel workbooks, Macros, SAP GUI, and Power BI tools

What We Offer

Vestas provides an open, respectful, and global culture, attractive compensation package, and long-term career development. Choose us, choose a future! To meet business growth needs, Vestas needs a lot of qualified people to join us. We value and respect all employees and will offer attractive benefits which includes on-the-job training, an ideal 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 deliver quality work.

Additional Information

Your primary workplace will be Chennai.

Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 19 Mar 2025.

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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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