SQD Specialist for Concrete Hybrid Towers NCE

Would it motivate you to grow your career in a truly global and innovative organization, where you set the limit for your development? If your answer is yes, we have an exciting opportunity for you at Vestas!  

Vestas Technology & Operations > Quality > Supplier Quality and Development This position is part of the Supplier Quality & Development in Vestas NCE region, which coordinates SQ&D activities and ensures the highest focus on quality, safety and environment when developing and delivering the different category strategies while not compromising on Vestas's standards and processes. The key task is to deploy strategic and operational development of key suppliers in the NCE region by performing audits, supplier assessments, and leading QSE improvement projects to enforce high supplier performance, zero incidents, and reduce the number of non-conformities.

Responsibilities 

• Deploy the Vestas Quality, Safety and Environment Strategy towards external suppliers of Hybrid Towers. Further tasks and responsibilities include:
• Facilitate supplier quality, capability, and performance topics on behalf and in compliance with regional & global strategy
• Implement sourcing strategy by new suppliers qualification and development, ensuring Vestas processes are followed
• Manufacturing process audits
• Development and qualification of new products acc. to APQP4Wind/PPAP 
• Secure agreement with stakeholders team in defining supplier improvement activities
• Facilitate Supplier Performance Review Meetings and develop and conduct supplier development projects

Qualifications 

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering
• 8+ years of hands-on experience on a similar positions
• Previous experience in Wind or Construction Industry 
• ISO 9001/14001/45001 lead auditor, APQP4Wind and VDA 6.3 process audit certifications will be welcomed

Competencies 

Furthermore, we are looking for a profile who has/is:

• Fluency in English and German
• Competency in data analytics and good problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills, oral and written, and a strong meeting facilitator with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders within an international environment
• Motivated, independent learning & critical thinking skills combined with the ability to identify and deliver actionable solutions to complex problems

What we offer 

You will join a team of enthusiastic and solution-oriented colleagues with the mindset to be a part of the climate change solution by bringing exponential and commercial impact to Vestas' wind power solutions. We work hard, and we are focused on bringing value, creative problem-solving, and building something new. You will meet people with a broad range of skills from a variety of cultures. It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, or national origin. We value collaboration, simplicity, and accountability, together with enthusiasm and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions.

Additional information 

Work Location: Hamburg Germany Application Deadline: 17 November 2024. We reserve the right to take down the job ad before this date, if the right candidate is identified before Start Date: ASAP or before/after mutually agreed.   

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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.