Jr. Buyer

The Shared Service Centre Procurement Department is comprised of multiple work streams within Procurement such as the Indirect Buying operations, Purchasing & SQD, Supply & Market Analytics, and Digitalization & Processes.

Procurement SSC > Indirect Buying > Invoice Management

Responsibilities

• Proactively engage and collaborate with Business stakeholders, to solve operational issues and problems related to Purchase Orders/Maintenance with speed and quality
• Support Accounts Payable Team on invoice handling and proactively resolve escalated/exception invoices and ensure that invoices are resolved and processed accurately
• Provide excellent customer service to all, including vendors, operating facilities, corporate headquarters, and SSC teammates
• Reviews requisitions pool, to ensure that all requisitions are processed or issued to respective buyers
• Ensures POs are issued in accordance with Vestas' Procurement policy buying requirements
• Create non/catalogue PO through SAP and use of other Vestas systems
• Modify/cancel/close PO
• Decides on rejection of transactions for non-adherence to policies and adequate documentation, therefore deferring processing until the appropriate level of approval or proper documentation is obtained
• Ensures timely, within accepted and agreed Service Level Agreement (SLA), and accurate processing of requests to maintain customer satisfaction
• Participates in customer calls as needed
• Performs testing for system enhancements or resolutions to ensure that updates/changes will not disrupt the production process once implemented
• Runs reports such as, but not limited to, Open Order Query Report
• Reporting to track open orders, supplier confirmations, and delivery dates to ensure communication of order and delivery status
• Provide support and cover for other team members as necessary
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree holder
• Must have at least 1-2 years relevant experience in Buying/Buyer Process/Procurement/Supply Chain function
• Working knowledge of the production and procurement modules of SAP R3 is a valuable asset
• A good understanding of SAP procurement-related MD (PIR, vendor master, quota arrangements, and source lists) is beneficial
• Knowledgeable in SAP standard procurement reports
• Advanced English written and verbal communication skills and ability to speak with conviction
• Good knowledge of MS Excel & PowerPoint
• The candidate should be detail-oriented and have a willingness to do routine data entry and follow through
• Flexibility to work in Shifts and occasional overtime when needed
• Effective time management, documentation, and organizational skills
• Able to rapidly learn technical and business techniques and knowledge
  
  

Competencies

• Knowledgeable in SAP
• Knowledgeable on the Procurement process (procure to pay)- Customer Service Skills
• Know Business Stakeholders needs & expectations
  
  

What We Offer

Vestas provides an open, respectful global culture, an attractive compensation package, and long-term career development. Choose us, choose a good future! To meet business growth needs, Vestas needs a lot of expertise to join us. We care and respect all employees and will offer attractive benefits which include: A broad program of on-job training, an ideal platform for professional and personal development, a Bonus Program, colorful team activities, etc. We put the emphasis on developing both personal and professional skills. In return, we expect you to achieve goals to achieve results. Choose us, choose a solid future!

Additional Information

We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before the 30th of November 2024.

Additional Benefits

• Fitness Subsidy
• Retirement Benefit Plan
  
  

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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 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 173 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 29,000 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.

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