Supply Chain Planning Manager- Madrid

Do you have extensive expertise in Supply Chain? Are you enthusiastic about energy? Then this job is for you! 

Region MED>MED Service> MED Supply Chain Planning

The Service Supply Chain Planning team plays a crucial role within the Service Supply Chain organization, overseeing all supply chain activities across the Mediterranean, Middle East, and Africa regions. At the heart of the Service Supply Chain Organization lies the planning team, tasked with driving and conducting the monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process in close collaboration with global and regional stakeholders. This team is responsible for both demand and supply planning for the Service Business, holding full accountability for ensuring an optimal balance between part availability and lean inventories across our 100+ inventory locations.

Responsibilities

•  Provide comprehensive leadership, creating a culture of collaboration and innovation within a diverse team spanning multiple countries across the region.
•  Mentor and develop team members, empowering them to excel in their roles and contribute effectively to the broader goals.
•  Provide the monthly forecasting process across the region in close collaboration with the global counterparts.
•  Constantly optimize the stocking strategy to match the operational and commercial needs.
•   Deliver on our inventory targets while maintaining the right level of parts availability.
•   Participate and contribute to the transformation journey of the Service Supply Chain Planning function.
•   Optimize our Supply Chain footprint to ensure that our 100+ inventory locations are correctly positions and utilized.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering or BA combined with a substantial previous experience with Service Operations, supply chain, or logistics, demonstrating a deep understanding of industry best practices.
• Proven experience working within a global Supply Chain Organization, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of developing complex supply chain networks.
• High stakeholder management skills to effectively navigate and align diverse interests across departments and regions.
• A robust understanding of the wind industry or similar sectors, providing valuable insights and perspectives crucial to optimizing supply chain activities within the specific industry landscape.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Competencies

•  Solid theoretical background and understanding of the mechanic within Supply Chain planning and S&OP processes.
•  Proven expertise in cross-functional management within a global and matrix organizational structure. Demonstrated ability to navigate and excel in complex organizational environments.
•  Exceptional capacity to engage and influence multiple stakeholders at many different levels in the organization.
•  Significant capability to plan and balance multiple short and long-term priorities effectively, ensuring timely execution and delivery 
•  Demonstrated inquisitive skills, displaying a natural curiosity to explore innovative solutions and challenge the existing, contributing to continuous improvement and forward-thinking initiatives.
•  A good communicator adept at mobilizing individuals and teams, fostering collaboration and promoting collective action toward shared goals.

 What We Offer

Vestas Service Supply Chain is currently undergoing a transformation process. In addition to managing daily planning activities, the team is expected to play a significant role in shaping the future of planning. This involves collaborating closely with the Global team and stakeholders from other regions to develop the planning concept of tomorrow. Joining this leadership role offers an opportunity to make a substantial impact together with your team in a challenging!

We offer an exciting job with great opportunities for professional and personal development in a highly complex supply chain with the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We value initiative, responsibility and the balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. You will become part of an innovative team in a highly professional and global environment.

Additional Information

This role is based in Madrid and half or the first year of incorporation will be fully on site in the offices of Madrid. Please upload your CV 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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