Warehouse Lead

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Global Tools department is operating many Tool Warehouses in different region globally at Vestas and Tools Region APC IN is part of one. We are supplying Installation & Commissioning tools to Project department; Operation & Maintenance tools to Service department by covering more than 35 sites within India. Our aim is to deliver qualified tools to operate the Construction & Service activity safer, smarter & better to be sustaining Vestas a global leader in wind energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise warehouse workflow for end-to-end operations.
• Analyze warehouse demand and assign appropriate workers to supply the qualified material.
• Create and maintain warehouse documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Implement safety procedures and standards across all warehouse operations.
• Familiar with the import and export of goods, including used and capital goods.
• Ensure accurate tracking and transparency of materials with proper storage identification.
• Develop and implement accurate inventory controls; maintain and manage inventory efficiently.
• Apply FIFO, Kaizen improvements, and strategies to increase productivity and ensure best-in-class warehouse operations.
• Map and provide appropriate training or retraining for warehouse employees.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse, adhering to 5S standards.
• Analyze and minimize unnecessary warehouse operational costs.
• Conduct periodic stock assessments as per company policies and requirements.
• Ensure warehouse assets remain in good working and operational condition.
• Collaborate with internal business units, regional teams, and global teams for smooth operations.
• Deliver timely and high-quality outputs as per agreed SLA with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Engineering / Master's degree or any equivalent educational qualification.
• 7+ years of experience as a supervisor or team leader in warehouse operations.
• Extensive experience with SAP, particularly in the MM module.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Competencies

• Strong analytical skills and extensive experience in end-to-end warehouse operations.
• Proven leadership abilities and stakeholder management expertise.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and meet evolving requirements.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and documentation skills.
• Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) analysis.
• High attention to detail with a solution-oriented approach.
• Proactive and self-driven, with a good sense of humor.
• Strong logical reasoning, numerical, technical, and IT skills.

What We offer We offer an exciting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development possibilities in an inspiring environment at an established wind turbine manufacturer. We value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. You will become part of a highly professional environment with a significant technical commitment.

Additional Information The work location is in Nellikuppam, 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 15th November 2024.  Learn more about Vestas at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels.

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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.