Offshore Vessel, Aviation and Ports Procurement Head

Are you a true people leader that likes to work in a multicultural global organization? Do you thrive in a high-paced and inspiring environment where you engage with many different people? And would you like to be working for one of the most sustainable companies in the world taking a leading role in the green transformation? Then we have an ideal opportunity for you right here.   

Vestas Technology and Operations > Procurement > Transport Vestas Procurement is the business unit in Vestas responsible for all procurement activities. Within a matrix organization, with global and regional roles, Global Procurement ensures the deployment of common strategy and processes with the same overall objectives across all Vestas regions. Customer Project Execution (CPX) and Global CPX, Logistics and Indirect Procurement (CLIP) are the departments within Vestas that collaborate and are responsible for all purchasing and subcontracting requirements within field works (civil and electrical works, mechanical assembly, etc., both onshore and offshore). Offshore Vessel, Aviation & Ports (VAP) Procurement is the new area within CLIP that will be responsible for all Offshore VAP procurement activities for offshore project execution.  

Responsibilities

• The Offshore VAP Procurement Head will be leading the Global Offshore VAP Procurement team, the global VAP commodity strategy definition and the processes supporting the procurement activity linked to the construction and servicing of our offshore wind turbines, all in coordination with Vestas' regions and other relevant global and regional stakeholders engaged with the offshore project execution
• Lead Global team and coordinate the Regional Offshore VAP Procurement teams within the Vestas Procurement matrix organization
• Lead the definition of Vestas strategy for chartering of jack-up vessels for construction and service, Service Operation Vessels (SOVs), Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs), helicopters and drones, in close collaboration with all relevant stakeholders and aligned with Vestas' strategy
• Lead and guide the definition and implementation of the corresponding commodity strategies, aligned with Vestas' objectives and priorities
• Lead and guide Supplier Relationship Management through the different teams in the matrix: identification of potential suppliers, development and maintenance of relationships, negotiation and contracts closing, etc.
• Ensure and drive cross-regional and cross-functional collaboration, working with the relevant business functions (Sales, Construction, Service, Legal, Finance) with an end-to-end value chain perspective

Qualifications

• Solid experience in leading multicultural teams, located in multiple locations, preferably in procurement roles within the offshore wind farm industry
• Solid experience working with VAP assets used in the offshore wind farm construction and service phases
• Extensive experience with negotiating contracts, including the Bimco contract formats used in the offshore industry and having familiarity with FIDIC/LOCIC contractual framework
• A commercial and/or contractual background, preferably combined with a good level of operational knowledge of the offshore industry
• Experience from working with large scale offshore projects
• Experience from working in or with large, global corporations and matrix organizational environments is preferred.
• Fluent English is mandatory (written and spoken). Additional languages will be valued

Competencies

• Great interpersonal and stakeholder management skills especially working with senior management
• Strong leader, influencing and team player
• Understanding the big picture, but able to focus on the detail to guide team to minimize exposure to commercial and contractual risks
• Be a self-starter, able to work independently, but engaging with your colleagues in your team and other departments as required
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Be able to identify, relate to and influence internal and external stakeholders and have a customer focused mindset
• Have a multicultural, international and open mindset and advanced negotiation skills

What we offer We offer you an exciting job with great opportunities for both professional and personal development within the energy industry's leading OEM. You will be given a high degree of freedom, provided with a personal opportunity to set your own footprint within an essential area in Vestas. You will be part of an international team, with a lot of passion, "can-do" attitude and aspiration to make a difference.

Additional information

Location: Your base will be in Aarhus N, Denmark.  Application date: 16th January 2025. We reserve the right to take down the job ad before this date, if the right candidate is identified before. Start date: ASAP Determined upon mutual agreement. Further information: If you have any questions concerning this position, please reach out to Ignacio De la Cruz ortega, Vice President +34 609036943

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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 185 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 30,000 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.