Partner Procurement Program Specialist

Vestas; Favrskov Kommune; Hybrid; DKK 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Travel 10–15 days/year

Job summary

Vestas in Aarhus, Denmark, is seeking a Partner Procurement Program Specialist to lead the Software and Innovation partner track, aligning supplier capabilities with Vestas' strategic priorities and guiding opportunities from assessment through to execution.

Hybrid work arrangement, 3 days in the office and 2 days from home, with collaboration across Procurement, R&D, Digital Solutions and Legal, plus travel about 10–15 days per year.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic partnerships and innovation management.
• Understanding of software, embedded systems, digital solutions and technology roadmaps.
• Ability to collaborate across technical, commercial, legal, and business functions.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and analytical skills, with strong English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Software and Innovation partner track, aligning supplier roadmaps with Vestas' priorities.
• Coordinate governance, pipeline management and portfolio outcomes.
• Assess supplier capabilities and identify development opportunities.
• Coordinate cross-functional due diligence across technical, security, legal and commercial aspects.
• Facilitate partner reviews, workshops and governance forums for decision-making.
• Drive co-development initiatives and manage risks and dependencies.

Skills

Partnership development

Innovation management

Digital procurement

Technology program management

Stakeholder alignment

Tools

FutureFit framework

Job description

Aarhus N, Region Central Jutland, DK, 8200

Work experience Specialist

Type of position Full-Time

Job Family Supply Chain and Logistics

As Partner Procurement Program Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in transforming supplier software, digital and innovation capabilities into structured partnership opportunities that create measurable business value. Acting at the intersection of Procurement, technology and supplier innovation, you will connect supplier roadmaps with Vestas' strategic priorities, enabling secure integration, disciplined co-development and impactful collaboration. Working closely with stakeholders across Procurement, R D, Digital Solutions, Cybersecurity, Legal and key business functions, you will identify high-potential partners, shape joint innovation agendas and guide opportunities from assessment and governance through to effective execution.

Technology Operations > Procurement > Strategy Governance

In this role, you will manage and coordinate the Software and Innovation tracks within the partner program, complementing the General and Hardware Partner tracks while helping to build scalable models for digital integration and co-development. This is a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure to strategic supplier partnerships and help shape how innovation is carried out across the organisation. At Vestas, Procurement goes beyond cost optimisation. We advance sustainability, innovation and resilience throughout the global supply chain, turning complexity into clarity through trusted partnerships and smart solutions. Together, we are supporting a renewable energy future and continuous progress.

Responsibilities

You’ll lead the Software and Innovation partner track, connecting supplier capabilities with Vestas' strategic priorities and supporting collaboration from opportunity identification through to execution and value realization.

• Lead the Software and Innovation partner track, overseeing governance, pipeline management, performance reporting and portfolio outcomes
• Assess supplier capabilities and identify development opportunities using the FutureFit framework
• Develop strategic partnership and co-development opportunities by aligning supplier technology roadmaps with business priorities
• Coordinate cross-functional due diligence across technical, security, legal, IP and commercial considerations
• Facilitate partner reviews, innovation workshops and governance forums to drive effective decision-making and execution
• Promote successful collaboration by supporting co-development initiatives, managing risks and dependencies, and driving alignment across the Software, Hardware and General Partner Program tracks

Qualifications

We are open to a variety of backgrounds and experiences; however, qualified candidates will likely demonstrate experience in several of the following areas:

• Experience in strategic partnerships, innovation management, digital procurement, technology program management or supplier development
• Solid understanding of software, embedded systems, digital solutions, data integration and technology roadmaps
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and align stakeholders across technical, commercial, legal and business functions
• Skilled at structuring complex opportunities, supporting decision-making and ensuring effective execution
• Effective communication, facilitation and analytical skills, with good English proficiency
• Experience within renewable energy or another complex industrial or technology-driven environment
• Naturally curious and technology-minded, with the ability to balance innovation with commercial and operational considerations
• Able to bridge technical, business and supplier perspectives to build collaboration and shared outcomes
• Highly organised, with a structured approach to governance, documentation and portfolio management
• Skilled relationship-builder who can work effectively across functions, teams and seniority levels
• Skilled at navigating ambiguity, challenging assumptions and progressing opportunities in a changing environment

What we offer

We offer an exciting position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's number one wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a commitment to sustainability and safety, and you will work among colleagues who support one another.

Additional information

Work location: Aarhus, Denmark. Hybrid working, 3 days in office, 2 days working from home.

This position requires approximately 10-15 days of travel per year.

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 hesitation 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.

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 200 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 39,000 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.