Do you want to be part of a great international company world leader in wind energy? If yes, Vestas has opportunities for you to further expand these capabilities in the wind industry.
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Global Procurement is responsible for all procurement activities within Vestas, including leading cross functional category teams, negotiations and contract management, development of end-2-end cost out initiatives, category strategy development and supplier relationship management.
Responsibilities
- Promote commodity procurement relating areas like strategy making and execution by working closely with key stakeholders, supplier base build up, commercial negotiations, continuous cost out, supplier footprint set up etc.
- Overall responsible for supplier development, performance and relationship management (SRM), cost management, supply chain risk management which are relevant to SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost)
- Develop the business review meetings and supplier account plan with suppliers
- Deliver the KPIs: EBIT, continuous cost out initiatives technically and commercially through the whole value chain, PPV etc
Qualifications
In-depth knowledge and exposure to strategic procurement or a degree in engineering
Proven record of significant stakeholder management skills incl. experience with communication on executive level
Professional communication skills including fluent English skills
Competencies
- Result oriented, data and facts focused, strategic and logic thinking but also can think out of box
- A professional and trusted partner with accountability, collaboration and transparency
- Has the ability to understand the whole value chain from the upstream RM to the manufacturing process and the fundamentals of the Vestas business model and then develop the business and partnership accordingly
- Demonstrated ability to see, explore and develop long-term business / functional perspective and strategy. Lead the discussions in Commodity Management Team(s) and direct negotiations/develop negotiation strategies
- Influence others to accomplish an objective and directs others in a way that makes both the process and the purpose more cohesive and coherent. have the ability to interact with individuals, groups and target audiences including being able to effectively present, receive and understand information in a respectful and concise manner.
- Have stakeholder communication skills, as well as the ability to identify and involve business stakeholders and navigate through competing agendas. You know stakeholder needs and expectations, and are able to negotiate solutions but also when needed disagrees and challenge stakeholders respectively
- Practical negotiation experience and relevant skills
What we offer
Vestas provides an open, respectful and global culture, attractive compensation package and long-term career development. Choose us, choose a brilliant future! To meet business growth needs, Vestas needs a lot of people to join us.
We care about and respect all employees and will offer attractive benefits which include: on-the-job training, a good 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 work effectively to achieve results.
Additional information
Primary work location: Beijing, China
You can apply online by clicking on the "Apply Online" button at the top or bottom of this page
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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 145 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.
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.
