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The Supply Chain Development team is a motivated team of Project Managers and Supply Chain Specialists who plan and carry out Projects across the Global Supply Chain for Service. We coordinate Projects and Developments related to all areas of the Supply Chain including Transformation, Business Improvement, safety, quality, and sustainability. These Projects and Developments are strategically important to improve business by developing and implementing a best-in-class Supply Chain in Vestas. As a Global function we are responsible to standardize ways of working globally and roll out new procedures to our 5 Regions.
Responsibilities
- Driving the Footprint decision making process between all relevant Stakeholders in Global and Regional Supply Chain (Planning, Logistics, Procurement, etc.) to balance the best possible decision on warehouse locations on a global scale considering all factors
- Facilitating the stakeholder coordination with the outcome of a go / no go decision for new or substitute locations in alignment with the long-term Global Strategy
- Developing the criteria for a go / no go decision based on facts
- Establishing a Governance and hearing model for new warehouse location requests from the 5 Regions as well as required documentation and processes to comply with the rules set
- Actively creating Business Opportunities through Business Case creation by proposing new ways of working or new warehouse locations where it adds value
- Support and challenge Line Managers to build a Business Case in ideation phase. Secure fit in overall Strategy
- Relationship Management with your global and regional counterparts securing decisions are made in consensus
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Engineering
- At least 5 years of experience in international Logistics Solutions, Project Management, Warehouse Management or Management Consulting
- Experience in cross-cultural interactions and international stakeholders' collaboration is highly desirable
- Fluent English language skills at negotiation level
Competencies
- Ability to work with limited supervision and frequent changes in priority
- High degree of analytics proficiency
- "Can do" attitude and a positive approach to challenges
- Effective, simple, and clear communication to all levels of the business
- Professional stakeholder management
- Actively questioning the status quo
- Naturally structured and pragmatic
What we offer
We offer an exciting job with great opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring, international and project-oriented environment. We value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. You will become part of a highly professional environment with a professional commitment and the will to follow up and complete. You will get a great opportunity to influence the development of a supply chain to become a part of our daily life.
Additional information
The primary work location is Germany (Hamburg), but we can consider all Vestas office locations within NCE for the right candidate.
The position requires up to 20 days travel per year.
For additional information, please contact Stefani Bruhns, Head of Supply Chain Development & Program Management: +491707181859.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, however, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 25th May 2023. You can apply online by clicking on the “Apply now” button at the top or bottom of this page.
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.
