Cost Management, Professional

Vestas; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas seeks a Cost Management Professional to join their Service team in Warrington. This role focuses on supporting financial inquiries, driving performance analysis, and engaging with operational leaders. Ideal candidates will have a finance background and skills in stakeholder management to enhance collaborative efforts across the company.

Benefits

Collaborative and inclusive environment

Opportunities for global experience

Qualifications

• Experience in cost management or related fields desired.
• Fluent in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively navigate a complex matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Validate system-generated cost predictions with finance partners.
• Analyze service contract performance and provide cost predictions.
• Identify opportunities within data and evaluate financial impacts.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Acumen

Collaboration

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Background in finance or comparable fields

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Cost Management, Professional

Posted 23 January 2025

Requisition ID62423

Location(s)

Warrington, Cheshire, GB

Work experienceProfessional

Type of positionFull-Time

Job FamilyFinance

Do you have experience in Cost Management? Are you looking to make a difference? Then this could the opportunity for you!

Region NCE > Service Onshore North > Service UK/Ireland
We are seeking a Cost Management Professional (f/m/d) for our Service Region North. You will join a passionate Service team, supporting key financial inquiries, driving performance analysis, and evaluating its impacts. Your primary stakeholders will be service operational business leaders in the countries assigned to your region
Your main responsibilities will be:

• Validate system-generated cost predictions through close collaboration with finance partners and operational management
• Analyze current service contract performance
• working with operational management and key stakeholders to translate knowledge into financial evaluations and provide realistic future cost predictions
• Identifying opportunities within actual data and evaluate influence on other contractual commitments
• Responsible for financial impact requests and its comparison to previous planning elements
• Support Regional Service Management with other analysis and identification of financial business improvements

Qualifications

• Background in finance, controlling, or comparable fields
• Capability to build bridges between different corporate units, such as operations, finance, and performance management
• Open mindset with solid stakeholder management skills
• Background in the wind industry or comparable industries
• Fluent in English, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to effectively navigate a complex matrix organization
• Experience in facilitating workshops and presenting to senior stakeholders

Competencies
As a person, we believe you have/are:

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex data and translate it into actionable insight
• Financial Acumen: Understanding of financial concepts, guidelines, and the ability to apply them in operational contexts
• Collaboration: Strong ability to work with various corporate units, including operations, finance, and performance management
• Stakeholder Management: Effective communication and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Problem-Solving: Capability to identify issues and develop effective solutions
• Facilitation Skills: Experience in driving consensus and action

What we offer
We offer a collaborative, inclusive, and flexible environment where we enjoy interacting and engaging with each other on multiple subjects. With a significant international presence, you will have the opportunity to work with diverse teams across various countries, gaining valuable global experience. We have a great partnership with business and empower leaders to ensure Vestas is the best place for our employees. You will work and learn alongside some motivated people who guide our business every day, making a significant impact while collaborating with senior stakeholders.

Additional information
Your work location will be at Vestas Warrington, GB.
Applications are handled on an ongoing basis. Please apply online with your letter of motivation and CV.
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.
All inquiries are treated confidentially.

BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD
It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link,https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process

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.

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