Supply Chain Specialist

Vestas; Aarhus kommune; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas in Aarhus, Denmark, seeks a Supply Chain Specialist to own CIM planning within the SIOP process, ensuring material availability and reducing supply chain risks to support customer operations and the green energy transition.

You will coordinate complex CIM-related cases across procurement, planning, logistics, engineering, quality, and commercial stakeholders to secure timely resolutions and maintain operational continuity in a global wind-energy context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field.
• 8+ years of global supply chain experience.
• Experience with SIOP/S&OP and integrated business planning.
• Proven expertise in supply planning, demand-supply balancing, and inventory management.
• Wind industry or complex manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Hands-on with SAP ERP, SAP IBP or similar systems.
• Advanced MS Excel and end-to-end process understanding.

Responsibilities

• Own CIM planning activities within the SIOP process and ensure alignment and continuous improvement.
• Lead platform-level planning reviews with CIM Project Managers and stakeholders.
• Facilitate governance meetings with Sales BUs and key stakeholders to drive decisions.
• Provide data-driven insights on supply chain risks, opportunities, and costs related to CIM.
• Align demand and supply plans across procurement, engineering, logistics, and business units.
• Lead cross-functional taskforces for CIM cases, drive mitigation actions and communication.
• Ensure high material availability and optimized inventory, minimizing LPF.

Skills

SIOP process

Supply planning

Inventory management

SAP ERP

SAP IBP

Excel

Stakeholder mgmt

Wind industry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management

Manufacturing Engineering

Business Administration

Tools

SAP ERP

SAP IBP

Job description

Shape the future of supply chain resilience at Vestas.

Join our global team and take ownership of critical planning and supply chain initiatives that directly support customer success and the green energy transition.

Supply Chain > Global Service Supply Chain > Supply Chain Risk & Resilience

Join the Supply Chain Risk & Resilience team within Global Service Supply Chain, where we are responsible for managing critical supply chain disruptions, product deviations, and Continuous Improvement Management (CIM) activities globally.

As a Supply Chain Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring material availability and minimizing supply chain risks that directly impact customer operations and business performance. You will coordinate complex supply-related cases across suppliers, procurement, planning, logistics, engineering, quality, and commercial stakeholders to secure timely resolution and maintain operational continuity.

This is a highly visible position that requires strong cross-functional collaboration, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to navigate complex business situations in a fast-paced global environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive CIM planning activities within the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process, ensuring alignment, performance, and continuous improvement
• Lead platform-level planning reviews and collaborate closely with CIM Project Managers and technical stakeholders
• Facilitate performance and governance meetings with Sales Business Units and key stakeholders to drive alignment and decision-making
• Provide data-driven insights on supply chain risks, opportunities, and cost impacts related to CIM initiatives
• Align demand and supply plans across Procurement, Buying, Engineering, Logistics, Sales Business Units, and other relevant functions
• Lead cross-functional taskforce activities for critical CIM cases, driving mitigation actions, issue resolution, and leadership communication
• Ensure high material availability, optimized inventory levels, and minimized Lost Production Factor (LPF) through proactive planning and risk management

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• 8+ years of relevant supply chain experience within a global organization
• Experience with SIOP/S&OP processes and integrated business planning
• Proven expertise in supply planning, demand-supply balancing, and inventory management
• Experience within the wind industry or another complex manufacturing environment is an advantage
• Hands‑on experience with SAP ERP, SAP IBP, or similar supply chain planning systems
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, combined with a solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes

Competencies

• Good understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and their impact on business performance
• Results-oriented with a proactive mindset and a strong drive to deliver outcomes
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Proven stakeholder management and change management capabilities in a global, cross-functional environment
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and complexity while providing clarity and direction
• Collaborative team player with strong relationship-building skills, commercial awareness, and a hands‑on approach to getting things done

What We Offer

We offer an exciting opportunity to join a global leader in sustainable energy, where you will play a key role in shaping supply chain performance and resilience. This position provides excellent opportunities for both professional and personal development within a dynamic and international environment.

As part of Vestas, you will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a business-critical function, collaborate with experienced colleagues across the globe, and contribute to initiatives that support the transition to renewable energy.

You will become part of a highly engaged international team that embraces a collaborative, solution-oriented, and "can-do" mindset, working together to solve complex challenges and drive meaningful results.

Additional Information

This position is based in Aarhus, Denmark.

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 21st Nov 2026.

Our commitment to a fair hiring.

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

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 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.