Directs and coordinates program activities designed to provide subcontractors, management, and customers with logistics technology that ensures effective and economical support for manufacturing. In addition, this position will lead the effort in managing special projects as assigned by the Logistics Manager and Factory manager.

Responsibilities:

* Optimize the Supply Chain

* Communicate with PO and PR requisition creators, vendors, and Vestas finance team to resolve issues with vendor invoicing

* Resource for purchasing process within the factory

* Act as an advisor and partner for planners, purchasers and production on logistic related issues

* May compile data on standardization and interchangeability of parts to expedite logistics activities

* Perform special research or technical studies critical to logistic support functions

* Utilize computer techniques for analysis, simulation or information systems and documentation

* Other duties as assigned

Essential Functions:

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite computer skills (Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, SAP and additional software programs)

* Financial understanding

* Regular and reliable attendance

* Solve problems analytically; search out relevant information and gauge its importance when making decisions

* Effective written and oral communication skills; able to express oneself clearly and in technical and non-technical terms

* Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels

* Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and accept new ideas and changing initiatives

Education, Training, and Skills Required:

* Bachelor of Science (Production Engineering is desirable); mandatory three to five years direct planning experience

* Understanding of basic accounting principles

* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization

* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

While performing the tasks of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use of hands and fingers to handle and feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The environment is an open office setting and the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

What We Offer

We offer an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry, including:

Benefits coverage within your first month

Training Program

Paid Time Off (PTO), 3 weeks accrued

Excellent 401(k) plan

Global bonus

Salary range: $25 - 29 per hour.

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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 specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims 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, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 29,000 employees globally, Vestas is 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, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity.
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