Purchasing Specialist, Indirect Procurement APAC

   Specialist | Full-Time  | Supply Chain and Logistics

Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a driving force in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas' core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing and maintenance of Wind Turbines. If you want to be part of a great international company, world leader in wind energy, Vestas has opportunities for you to further expand these capabilities in the wind industry

Indirect Procurement APAC takes the accountability of leading, driving and supporting relevant business across the entire Asia Pacific region via close engagement with a wide range of value chain stakeholders. Our scope covers Business Service (i.e., Real Estate & Facility Management, Consultancy, Professional & Engineering Service, Fleet, Utilities), Tools (Transport Equipment, Construction and Service Tools, Lifting Tools), CAPEX (Fixed Assets investment, i.e., equipment and tools), and MRO (maintenance, repair, operation) and consumables used in factories and wind farms. Our team members locate in China, India, Australia, Vietnam, and so on.

Responsibilities

• Lead commodities i.e. Business Service, Tools, MRO and CAPEX in Japan via close collaboration and alignment with the rest Indirect Procurement APAC leadership team and regional commodity leads.
• Manage procurement related activities in the cross functional team and secure alignment with relevant stakeholders in relation to e.g. project planning, costing, and supplier risk and performance management.
• Supplier selection, qualifications, negotiation and contracting and supplier relationship management, including supplier account plans, and performance management.
• Supplier consolidation to ensure supply chain optimization based on total landed cost, strategy and roadmap development with cross function team.
• Deliver the KPIs: EBIT, continuous cost out initiatives technically and commercially through the whole value chain, PPV etc.

Qualifications

• 10+ years working experience in Procurement and Supply management,
• 5+ years’ working experience in indirect material procurement and leadership role.
• Have International Companies working experience in intercultural environment.
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Economics/Finance, Business Administration Management or equivalent relevant majors
• Procurement Knowledge and Skill sets, i.e., Analysis, Benchmarking, Negotiation, etc., and with good Quality management mindset.

Competencies

• Excellence English in verbal and written
• Communication and stakeholder management in multicultural environment
• Cross functional and indirect leadership (working in matrix & remote management), leading without a reporting line
• Strategic mindset
• Financial acumen

What we offer

Vestas provides an open, respectful and global culture, attractive compensation package and long-term career development. Choose us, choose a good future! To meet business growth needs, Vestas needs a lot of expertise to join us.

We care about and respect all employees and will offer attractive benefits which include on-the-job training, a suitable platform for professional and personal development, a bonus program, colorful team activities, etc.

We emphasize developing both personal and professional skills. In return, we expect you to meet expectations to achieve results.

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 specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims 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, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is 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, and gives 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.