Procurement Specialist

3 days ago


Houston, Texas, United States Vestas Full time

Job Summary:

Vestas is seeking a highly skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for managing indirect commodities, mainly Human Resources, in North America while collaborating closely with our global colleagues to procure the most competitive solutions for Vestas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Direct the business priorities that shape, define, and implement the procurement strategy for Vestas' stakeholders.
  • Support our offices and factories with various areas, including Facilities Management, Employee benefit packages, Training and career development platforms, Human capital, and more.
  • Closely collaborate with key local and global stakeholders, including Human Resources, Facilities Management, Health & Safety, Legal, Finance, and more.
  • Directly support new and existing regional supplier relationships and leverage internal stakeholder/category relationships to maximize global supplier partnerships.
  • Oversee strategic purchasing initiatives and develop reporting materials.
  • Build supplier market intelligence and ensure supply base data is available to support business decisions.
  • Implement and oversee all aspects of the supplier development, contracting, and buy-to-pay processes, including proper risk management.

Requirements:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite computer skills.
  • Effective written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work flexible hours and with a variety of cultures.
  • Ability to effectively build a cross-functional team.
  • Ability to travel as business requires.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in business school, supply chain management, engineering, or other related business studies.
  • 5+ years' work experience in procurement or other related business management field.
  • Experience gathering market intelligence and building business cases or strategies.
  • Advanced MS Excel skills and contract management experience.
  • Advanced negotiation experience for supplier negotiations.

About Vestas:

Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field.

Why Join Vestas:

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce that embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to creating and sustaining an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity.



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