Planning Excellence Lead Specialist

Do you want to be a part of a greener future? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in a growing industry? Then have a look at this career opportunity to join Vestas.

Service > Global Service Operations > One Tools F&P Excellence

One Tools Excellence is a department under the One Tool unit. We are responsible for continuously improving our operation with the explicit aim of reducing cost while securing on time and in full deliveries. Our specialists in forecasting and planning, SAP application, and lean methodology collaborate to find the best solution both in short and long term.

Responsibilities

• You will be one of two specialists dedicated to one of our two key customer segments, Service and Construction
• Your role will be to ensure forecasting and planning of tools for Construction projects, both onshore and offshore. To achieve this, you will work closely with the planners in the warehouse and provide them with systems and processes to predict the right quantity and timing of tools
• You will maintain and develop the grand overview of the tools forecast for the strategic offshore priority V.236
• We have developed a model that predicts the activity level per turbine type, and you will be the master of this model teaching your peers in the warehouse how it can be used to support planning and forecasting activities. Our next development will allow us to combine turbine type with the bill of tools to provide an itemized tools forecast. You will be a key contributor in the development of the bill of tools
• You will engage cross-functionally with procurement, construction and supply chain to align expectations and ensure our processes are robust and of sound quality
• You will regularly assess the tools warehouse geographical footprint to ensure we have the optimal setup in terms of cost and delivery performance and remain aligned with our project pipeline
• Analyze utilization of tools and proactively implement improvements to the planning process. Enhance our model to predict spending on high-cost tools in a strategic horizon of 3 years

Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering, business, supply chain management, organizational science or equivalent
• 5 years of experience working with forecasting and planning
• Experience working with tools planning, preferable from CPX or Service
• Experience in management disciplines is required, i.e. supply chain management, strategy deployment, change management, customer relationship management, business cases development, or similar
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Experience working with Microsoft packages and SAP or equivalent ERP
• International experience in a global multicultural environment is a plus

Competencies

• Team-oriented person who is enthusiastic about cross-functional collaboration
• Superior stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to work both independently and in teams within tight deadlines
• Open minded and good at sharing/gathering information within a team
• Able to cope with change and working under ambiguous circumstances

What we offer We offer a very exciting job in a flat, multi-cultural, and innovative organization focusing on reaching great results. To us, it is all about knowing the business and our employees, defining the right solutions, and getting it done. We want you to participate in that mission and of course, have fun along the way. By joining Vestas, you will have the opportunity to grow on a professional as well as a personal level, enhancing your knowledge by working closely with highly experienced and inspiring colleagues, globally.

Additional information Work location: Vestas' office in Videbæk or Aarhus, Denmark 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 08.06.2025.  

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DEIB Statement At Vestas, we recognise 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.