Sr Purchasing Manager LAT

Management | Full-Time | Supply Chain and Logistics 

Vestas' core business consists of development, production, sales and service of wind turbines. With more than 29,000 employees worldwide, through our high-quality smart data capabilities and singular 149GW wind turbines under service, we use data to interpret, forecast, and exploit wind resources and deliver best-in-class wind power solution. We have close to 180GW cumulative installed capacity in 83 countries and revenues of EUR 15.4 billion in 2023.

At Vestas we believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is vital for accelerating the green energy transition. We know our differences make us stronger, more innovative, and better equipped to address the issues of the future.

The Regional Procurement Office (RPO) LATAM is responsible for all Procurement and SQD activities related to Latin America. The RPO consists of the following sub departments: Direct Material Purchasing, Construction Purchasing, Service Purchasing, Operational Buying, Supplier Quality and Development.

The Senior Procurement Manager Service LATAM is responsible to develop and maintain the optimum Value Chain for the region, considering the Commercial, Financial, Capacity, Delivery and Quality dimensions. This role is responsible for developing the Strategic agenda on Services, engaging local and global stakeholders, and assuring successful deployment into tactical execution.

Responsibilities:

• Guide and develop the Procurement Services Team

• Establish and develop a cost efficient, agile, and high quality supplier base in the region• Strategize the right level of local content, considering regulatory needs, FX exposure, risk management, time-to-market dynamics, and taxes and procedures

• Develop supplier base in new markets

• Leverage the Global expertise on commodities, cost break-down and should cost modeling in the region

• Seek for high quality competitive advantages

• Promote sustainable cost out by partnering with internal stakeholders and with suppliers

• Establish capacity and risk management practices and controls

Qualifications:

• Bachelor/Master degree

• Consolidated experience in comparable leadership roles, exposed to large industrial applications related Procurement

• Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and English

• Financial and economical understanding

• Experience in the Energy or Infrastructure Industry is desirable

Competencies:

• Great leadership skills, committed to team development

• Strategic Mindset - able to shape and implement long-term value generation strategies

• Resilience / good work ethic

• Stakeholder Management skills - experience in matrix organizations

• Communication skills - Speak up attitude

• Intercultural interest

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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.

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 Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.