Global Strategic Purchaser

Vestas Technology & Operations > Procurement > Weldments

Vestas Global Procurement is responsible for all procurement activities within Vestas, including leading cross-functional category teams, negotiations and contract management, development of end-to-end cost out initiatives, category strategy development and supplier relationship management.

This position is a part of the Weldments team within the Nacelle area with a global team located in Aarhus, Porto, Beijing/Tianjin, Chennai, and Taipei. You will have the regional procurement responsibility for the small weldments commodity and the supplier account management for the European supplier landscape.

Responsibilities

You will join the global Nacelle team as a Global Strategic Purchaser of small weldments, where you will handle daily management of procurement activities. Your responsibilities include:

• Participate in the Small Weldments Commodity Team as procurement lead and take part in the commodity strategy development
• Supplier Relationship Management, hereunder participate in supplier selection, take the role of supplier account manager for global suppliers within your area, and participate in supplier account plan development
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure supply chain optimization based on total landed cost
• Participate in new production introduction and cost-out initiatives
• Ensure contract management of NDAs, Purchase Agreements, Price Agreements, etc.
• Participate in procurement activities in a few other areas

Qualifications

• A degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or similar
• 3 years of experience in a similar position in Procurement
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Products
• Effective communication skills incl. fluency in English, both spoken and written

Competencies

• Organized and motivated
• Engaged collaborator who knows that working together leads to shared accomplishments
• Able to see the big picture with a keen eye for details
• Results-oriented profile with the capability to perform in a challenging environment
• Proficient analytic skills and fact-based approach

What we offer

We offer you an exciting and challenging job with valuable opportunities for professional and personal development within a well-established company in the renewable energy industry. You will be provided with a unique opportunity to set your footprints within an essential area in Vestas.

You will join an international team with a great team spirit where there is room for differences and progress is made through teamwork. You will be a part of a great office environment in Porto with a team of skilled colleagues. We value the social interactions in the office highly and there are regularly arranged social events outside the workplace.

Additional information

This is a hybrid position based in Porto, Portugal and requires up to 25 travel days per year.

We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, therefore, early applications are encouraged. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your CV in English.

Please note: We reserve the right to amend or withdraw this job posting at any time.

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 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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