Category Specialist Procurement

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Category Specialist Procurement

Firma

Vestas

Opis stanowiska

To strengthen our procurement teams, we are typically often hiring Category Specialists within different teams in Procurement. This is not an active job opening, however applying to this role will add you to our talent pool for Category Specialist. In this role, you will contribute to develop and implement a globally aligned strategy for procurement.Responsibilities

• Lead the commodity team and commodity strategy
• Supplier account manager in cooperation with our suppliers, including defining supplier account plans in collaboration with suppliers
• Develop and enhance our partnerships to continuously increase value through the improved collaboration, footprint, etc.
• Early supplier involvement – focusing on complexity reduction, design to cost, standardization and capacity risks
• Stakeholder management, both internal and external
• Engage in cross functional projects across the organization e.g., new production introduction, modularization, localization, design-to-cost and cost out initiatives
• Facilitate negotiations end-2-end with involvement of your key stakeholders to bring cost down with focus on what is best for Vestas. And as a result, secure world class contract management

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience within Strategic Procurement
• A degree in either Supply Chain Management, Sales/Marketing, Engineering, or related
• As a Commodity Specialist, you are expected to show the great example and challenge the organization in our ways of working. Furthermore, below qualifications are expected
• Experience with strategic procurement or related supply chain activities
• Experience within commodity management, including commodity strategy development
• Comprehensive communication skills including fluency in English (both orally and in writing)
• Skilled in stakeholder management
• Experience with SAP is welcomed

Competencies

• You have a motivation which is second to none and a natural curiosity
• An open approach to encourage stakeholder inputs and a structured and fact-based approach to secure ideas are prioritized and implemented
• Focused and dedicated to securing the correct effective implementation of the initiatives you lead
• Holistic and positive mindset: you are able to see the big picture from Vestas product offerings towards customers and the ability to connect these to supplier offerings and how they can positively impact Vestas sales and cost out programs
• Strong analytical skills with a natural motivation for detailed analysis
• You are not afraid to challenge status quo!

What we offer
We offer you an exciting and very stimulating job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development within the renewable energy industry. You will have a unique opportunity to set your mark within an essential area in Vestas. You will be an integral part of an international team, where everyone wants to make a difference.Additional InformationWork Location: Most of our roles in procurement are based in Aarhus Denmark
Application Date: Ongoing
This is not a live job opening, however applying to this role will show your interest in Category Specialist roles, which we hire for often.BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD
It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-processDEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise 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.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 to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.

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Aarhus, Midtjylland

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Sun, 18 May 2025 01:35:44 GMT

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