Senior Purchaser

The LATAM TCI Procurement team is responsible for supporting the delivery of Vestas projects across the region. The department ensures the availability of cost-effective, compliant, and reliable service solutions covering transportation and construction scopes (vessel, port, inland transport, cranes and labor).

This position will report to the LATAM Procurement Sr. Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Execute end-to-end procurement activities for logistics and construction services, including sourcing strategy, RFQs processes, negotiation, and contract sign.
• Define and implement sourcing strategies aligned with project requirements, regional market conditions, and Vestas objectives.
• Manage commercial negotiations with suppliers to secure optimal terms in cost, quality, delivery, and risk allocation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on scope, specifications, timelines, and contractual frameworks.
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring, supplier development, and issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with Vestas' procurement policies, ethical standards, and governance requirements.
• Support the project execution by early identifying risks and opportunities within logistics and construction scopes.
• Contribute to cost-out initiatives and continuous improvement of procurement processes and tools.
• Ensure transparency and proper documentation throughout the sourcing and contracting lifecycle.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in procurement or strategic sourcing within logistics, construction, or project-driven industries.
• Demonstrated experience in managing service contracts and supplier negotiations in a regional or international environment.
• Solid understanding of logistics (project cargo) and construction services (civil works, cranes and installation).
• Experience with ERP and procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba) is plus.
• Intermediate/Advanced in English

Location: Buenos Aires

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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. 
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