Supplier Account Lead

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Vestas Technology & Operations > Procurement > Tower Materials

Vestas Global Procurement team is an award-winning best in class Procurement function within a global OEM for sustainable and renewable energy solutions. We are overall responsible for all procurement activities within Vestas, including leading cross functional commodity teams, negotiations and contract management, development of End-2-End cost out initiatives, commodity strategy development and supplier relationship management.

This Supplier Account Lead will join our Towers Materials team and will be based in Porto, Portugal. This area consists of multiple suppliers spread out over the globe with a 3-digit million EUR spend per year and this role is part of a global team which consists of employees in Portugal, Denmark, Tianjin and Chennai.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Account Management (SAM) for defined suppliers
• Support defining the Commodity Strategy based on regional analysis and insight
• Continuously provide the commodity team with detailed knowledge about suppliers and supplier market(s) from the geographical area
• Support the commodity team with data collection and data analysis (Market analysis, Supplier identification, Footprint analysis, etc.)
• Participate and supervise negotiations in accordance with the negotiation process
• Ensure selection, qualification, negotiation, contracting and integration of new suppliers to the extend agreed with the Purchasing Manager
• Establish and develop partnership with selected suppliers in order to gain competitive advantage for Vestas
• Developing supply base management and ensure aligned goals with internal stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Management, Finance or Engineering. Master degree will be advantageous
• +3 years of experience with strategic purchase
• Proficient in both oral and written English
• Knowledge in SAP, SAP Ariba and Microsoft Office

Competencies

• Stakeholder management is in your DNA and creating business relationships both internally and externally comes naturally to you
• You are action-oriented and motivated by participating in setting the agenda
• You are result-oriented, persistent and strong in navigating in a varied and complex working environment
• You have good collaboration skills (you will have a very broad interface, and will work closely with people from all over the organization and on all organizational levels)
• Team working competences within a Matrix organization
• You are creative and proactive, and you seek out new tasks and tasks on your own initiative being ready to take the lead and make a special effort
• You are structured and systematic
• You are good at making plans, prioritizing and follow up with focus on quality
• You are change-oriented and used to adapt according to the development in the company and in the department
• You are cultural awareness, and you know how to navigate through diversity

What We Offer

We offer you a career in a global organization with excellent opportunities for cross cultural and personal development. Emphasis is placed on the balance between meeting demanding deadlines and developing high quality innovative solutions to the business.

You will be joining an experienced and international team working at a high professional level in a high pace environment and with a high level of commitment and a high level of strategic exposure with senior leaders. We put the emphasis on developing both personal and professional skills. You will work closely with stakeholders at all levels to understand business requirements and to ensure a sustainable, scalable, and ever-growing supply base. In this role, you will contribute to the development and delivery of a global portfolio of onshore and offshore wind infrastructure projects.

Additional information

We look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible, as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. To apply for this opportunity please submit your resume in English.

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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.

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 173 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 29,000 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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