Warehouse Team Leader - Port Elizabeth

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Region MED > SBU MED Service > Warehouse South Africa 
At Vestas, we design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe. With more than 40 years of leadership in wind energy and over 200 GW installed worldwide, we are committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions that shape a greener future. We are now looking for a Warehouse Team Leader  to run our warehouse operation in South Africa , ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality execution across our South African fleet.

Responsibilities 

• Ensure safe, compliant, and highly efficient warehouse operations
• Coordinate the operation of different warehouses and lead the assigned team
• Maintain budget control and ensure accurate cost management
• Perform inventory counts according to Vestas' global guidelines
• Interact with departments to ensure the completion of planned activities
• Develop a lean, productive, and results-oriented work environment
• Ensure compliance with all area KPIs
• Support service site operations by guaranteeing reliable deliveries of spare parts and critical components
• Supporting all relevant steps for the day to day operations relating to supply chain from tracking the orders, receiving and storing goods and ensuring the availability of materials for continuous and planned operations

Typical responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Tracking, tracing and ensuring the availability of raw materials and goods for the work from planning to dispatching, from warehousing to distribution
• Maintaining all procurement related entries are up to date
• Supporting and assisting the stakeholders in the supply chain and logistics value chain
• Following the standard to qualify the items before and after storing
• Supporting buying activities and liaison between the varied external and internal parties and have the info updated in the relevant systems

Qualifications

• University degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Organization, Operations Management, or Business Administration
• Minimum 3 years of experience in similar positions (warehouses, logistics, or supply chain)
• Proven experience leading warehouse operations and managing teams
• Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably SAP) and technological tools
• Experience in contract management and warehouse operations
• Proven experience with continuous improvement and operational optimization
• Advanced Excel skills
• Knowledge of Business Intelligence
• Fluent English

Competencies

• Effective leadership skills with the ability to inspire, coach, and engage teams
• High commitment to safety culture and compliance
• Solid problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis capability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment
• Solid stakeholder and customer relationship management
• Solid planning, scheduling, and organizational skills
• Financial acumen and ability to control operational budgets and costs
• Continuous improvement mindset and openness to new ideas and processes
• Effective communication and conflict‑resolution skills

What we offer

• A key leadership role in a growing renewable energy market
• Opportunities for internal career development across Africa & Middle East
• Access to Vestas global training programs
• Salary and benefit package aligned with South African market rates
• Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative workplace culture
• Health insurance, retirement benefits

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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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 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. 
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.