Lead Manager

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. Come and join us at Vestas Vestas Technology & Operations > Procurement > Service Procurement You will become part of a creative global procurement team responsible for the Strategic Procurement of spare parts to the global Vestas Service Business. The position is located in Chennai India, and you will be reporting to the Head of Service Material Procurement in Vestas. Responsibilities In this position you will be Global Purchase Manager in Service Procurement, where you will be responsible for the area of Nacelle, HUB & Towers You will be leading a team of highly skilled Strategic Purchasers and Specialists Developing the long-term strategic direction for the Service Nacelle, HUB & Towers commodity Provide clear leadership, with personal and professional development for your team Build a close relationship with key suppliers in the commodity and continue to deliver value through long-term supplier account management and partnerships Build and define the future Service supply base for service within Nacelle, HUB & Towers in close collaboration with key stakeholders Work closely with the Matrix Regional organization on the Strategy Execution Reduce complexity both in number of suppliers and part numbers Qualifications Bachelor's/Master's in Supply Chain Management/Manufacturing/Business Administration/Any Engineering specialization 5+ years of experience with strategic procurement Experience with handling large yearly procurement budgets (MEUR) Advanced IT skills (proficient with Microsoft Office Package, especially MS Excel and MS PowerPoint) We welcome experience within the wind industry Fluency in English Competencies You will have an open approach to encourage stakeholder input and a structured, fact-based approach to ensure ideas are prioritized and implemented You should be a proficient leader who is creative, focused, motivated, able to unite and bring people together You should be a collaborator who is motivated to see fruitful implementation of the initiatives you direct You should possess strategic thinking skills with the ability to recognize long-term impacts You will have an analytical, structured, and fact-based approach to problem solving Ability to effectively communicate and manage stakeholders What We Offer We offer a very exciting job in Global Procurement, Service Material Procurement, dedicated to the Vestas Service business, in a flat, multicultural, and innovative organization focusing on reaching great results. To us, it is all about knowing the business and our employees, defining the right solutions, and getting it done. We want you to participate in that mission and of course, have fun along the way. By joining Vestas, you will have the opportunity to grow on a professional as well as a personal level, enhancing your knowledge within the procurement field by working closely with highly experienced and inspiring colleagues globally. Additional Information Your primary workplace will be in Chennai, India. 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 th November 5. 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.