Job Description

Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a Defining-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!Finance
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Order ManagementProcurement department is designed to support the Vestas\' Global Business and its End Customers. Our strategic aim is to build a competitive advantage for Vestas in the growing market and making it even more powerful in the coming years. Given the dynamics of the market and our dedicated wish to claim leadership in that market, you will join a progressive environment with a significant growth potential. Procurement Department is a vital partner in making this happen. We are therefore in the process of building a comprehensive global team, with the goal to deliver world class sourcing and category management strategy, improving cost, quality and on time delivery. As a part of this team we are now looking for a global Buyers, who has the skills, enthusiasm, energy and commitment to contribute to this vision.Responsibilities

• Create the company\'s supply chain strategy.
• Analyze data from shipping and delivering processes to find bottlenecks and other issues.
• Monitor logistics to make sure they run smoothly.
• Maintain supply chain inventory and records.
• Suggest solutions for process improvements
• Identify process bottleneck and implement solutions in a timely manner.
• Proactively engage and collaborate with Business stakeholders, in order to solve operational issues and problems related to Purchase Orders/Maintenance with speed and quality
• Support Accounts Payables Team on invoice handling and proactively resolve escalated/exception invoices and ensure that invoices are resolved and processed accurately
• Provide excellent customer service to all, including vendors, operating facilities, corporate headquarters, and SSC teammates
• Reviews requisitions pool, to ensure that all requisitions are processed or issued to respective buyers
• Ensures PO\'s are issued in accordance with Vestas\' Procurement policy buying requirements
• Create non/catalogue PO thru SAP and use of other Vestas\' systems
• Follow up with suppliers for confirmation and delivery of Goods / services.
• Ensure On Time Delivery and Receipt of Goods / Services
• Modify/cancel/close PO
• Decides on rejection of transactions for non-adherence to policies and adequate documentation, therefore deferring processing until the appropriate level of approval or proper documentation is obtained
• Ensures timely, within accepted and agreed Service Level Agreement (SLA), and accurate processing of requests to maintain customer satisfaction
• Participates in customer calls as needed
• Performs testing for system enhancements or resolutions to ensure that updates/changes will not disrupt the production process once implemented
• Runs reports such as, but not limited to, Open Order Query Report
• Reporting to track open orders, supplier confirmations, and delivery dates to ensure communication of order and delivery status
• Provide support and cover for other team members as necessary

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineer or relevant business degree.
• With at least 5- 8 years of experience in Procurement / Supply chain function
• Comprehensive SAP skills & with good understanding of the P2P processes and reporting.
• Advanced competency level in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Lean and Six Sigma certification an added advantage.

Competencies

• Good understanding of SAP procurement related MD (PIR, vendor master, quota arrangements and source lists) is desirable
• Knowledgeable in SAP standard procurement reports
• Advanced English written and verbal communication skills and able to speak with conviction
• The candidate should be detailed oriented and have a willingness to do routine data entry and follow through
• Flexibility to work in complete Night Shifts and occasionally overtime when needed
• Structured and organized.Outgoing and polite towards our stakeholders.Great initiative is required.
• An effective collaborator.
• Effective time management, documentation and organizational skills
• Need to work in shifts
• Able to rapidly learn technical and business techniques and knowledge

What We Offer
You\'ll have the opportunity to help strengthen the position of Vestas in a key market for the company with excellent perspectives of growth. Join Vestas and you\'ll cultivate your career in an inspiring environment at an established wind turbine producer, which has an ongoing commitment to sustainability. We value individual initiative, the desire to take on responsibility, and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. At Vestas your growth is our growth.Additional Information
The work location is 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 20th Aug 2024.
Learn more about Vestas at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels.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 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.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 173 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 to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.

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