Procurement Jr. Buyer

The Procurement department is designed to support Vestas' Global Business and its End Customers. Our strategic objective is to build a competitive advantage for Vestas in the growing market and make it even more powerful in the coming years. Given the dynamics of the market and our aim to claim leadership in that market, you will join a fast-paced environment with notable growth potential.

As a member of the buying team, you will be responsible for executing operational buying activities in alignment with Vestas' Buying Policy and procedures, meeting performance targets, and building trusting relationships with stakeholders.

Purchasing > Indirect Buying > Buying SSE - NCE and VWS

Responsibilities

• PO creation as per SAP-MRP signals
• Negotiate delivery expedites with critical suppliers
• Come up with a customized strategy to deal with delivery complexities
• Update the Order confirmation in SAP as per the confirmation received from the supplier
• Support follow-up for Order confirmation compliance from the supplier within the agreed timeline
• PO maintenance - Expedite/defer/cancel deliveries as per MRP signals
• Support in report generation for analytics and MIS tracking
• Track shipments based on the info provided by LSP/Supplier/Vestas Transport system
• Liaise with the supplier in case deliveries don't turn up
• Consistently engage and collaborate with Business stakeholders, in order to solve operational issues and problems related to Purchase Orders/Maintenance with speed and quality
• Support the Accounts Payables Team on invoice handling and diligently resolve escalated/exception invoices to ensure that invoices are resolved and processed accurately
• Provide effective customer service to all, including vendors, operating facilities, corporate headquarters, and SSC teammates
• Handle the generic mailbox and respond to queries
• Keep track of process updates
• Discuss new learnings and risks in the process on-time
• Contribute to RCA and training requirements
• Should be able to create/amend process flows as and when new changes are updated in the process
• Support Quality checks and provide feedback on the issues detected
• Should be able to support during crisis - volume spike/process changes
• Make use of this valuable opportunity to learn and develop within the company and become a valued member of the buying team
• Provide buying support to the rest of the team

Qualifications

• A relevant university degree in either engineering or business
• 3-5 years of experience as a Buyer dealing with end-to-end SCM
• With at least 1 year of experience in handling data, reporting & handling emails
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficiency with SAP
• Practical experience in query management and data handling
• Good English written and verbal communication skills, and able to speak with conviction
• The candidate is detail-oriented and willing to do routine data entry and follow through
• Flexibility to work in Shifts and occasional overtime when needed
• Effective time management, documentation, and organizational skills
• Capable of quickly acquiring new technical and business knowledge and skills

Competencies

• Good understanding of the Procurement Process (Procure to Pay)
• Know Business stakeholders' requirements & expectations
• Systematic & ability to resolve operational challenges with ease
• Advanced SAP skills in Material management

What we offer

Vestas provides an open, respectful global culture, an attractive compensation package, and long-term career development. Choose us, choose a good future! To meet business growth needs, Vestas needs a lot of experts to join us. We value and respect all employees and will offer attractive benefits which include: A broad program of on-the-job training, an ideal platform for professional and personal development, a Bonus Program, colorful team activities, etc. We put the emphasis on developing both personal and professional skills. In return, we expect you to work towards our goals. Choose us, choose a solid future!

Additional Information

We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before the 31st of January 2026.

Additional Benefits

• Fitness Subsidy
• Retirement Benefit Plan

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. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.