Supervisor, Planning and Logistics

The Denver Tools Center is in the process of growing a professional team in the support of tooling for the construction sites in the installation of wind turbines in North, Central, and South America. This Supervisor, Support Personnel will become part of a global team, for a world leader in wind energy

Global Construction Management / Global Tools / Tools Region NCSA 
The Global Tools team is the provider of various tools used for manufacturing, transportation, installation, and service of Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) across the world. Over 400 different installation projects in 34 different countries have been provided with tools during 2020. The regional tools center "Tools Region, NCSA" is one of six tool centers strategically positioned around the world. Tools Region, NCSA operates out of Denver, CO/Brighton, CO and is obliged to cover internal customers' demands in the North, Central, and South America regions. The majority of the business volume is in the USA but there are constantly customers needing to be supported in the entire region. The tool center consists of 75+ employees performing planning, purchasing, maintenance, calibration, pick/pack/ship, inventory control, quality handling, etc. of more than 5.000 unique items - many of them large specialized electromechanical tools used when e.g. installing a 190,000-pound drivetrain into a Nacelle 540 feet into the air. The tool centers aim is to deliver tools to all installation projects at the right time at the right price with a high focus on safety. The tool centers are in close collaboration with Construction, Service, and Transport.

Responsibilities 

The Supervisor, Planning and Logistics is responsible for directing the planning, execution, and daily operations of the customer-specific rental tools orders to various internal customers manufacturing, transporting, installing, and servicing WTG's within the tolerances and boundaries for safety, quality, time, and costs.

• Ensure Safety is a top priority for all employees
• Ensure continuously high quality of order flow, products, and services
• Cost current pricing and daily operations within prize structure and yearly budgets
• Global alignment, planning, and scoping of operational capacity towards yearly planned specific orders
• Leadership team skills & behavior, incl. competence development and successor planning
• Naturally, motivator, leading by example and using generic 'toolbox' to ensure solid organic growth
• Stakeholder alignment and communication to continuously improve customer satisfaction
• Responsible for identifying, documenting, escalating, and mitigating project risks and translating them into business risks across Vesta's Value Chain
• Continuous improvement and process excellence through e.g. LEAN and Six Sigma methodology
• Budget control and creation according to yearly order forecasts and actual spends
• Asset and investments management during acquisitions or replacement of equipment
• Aligning, balancing, and prioritizing requirements within order handling
• Ensure entity representation in Peer Reviews and Technical Reviews according to Vesta's modular development framework during the development of new tools for WTG's
• Able to gather, conclude and communicate on real field performance data
• Responsible for protecting Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) of Vesta's know-how and products
• Collaboration with global functions such as Quality, Safety & Environment, Finance, and Procurement

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree or above, major in Business Administration or equivalent
• Knowledge in management tools e.g. People management, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Prince2, IPMA
• Professional communication skills in English both written and orally
• The capability of motivating and coaching others in daily work
• Open-minded and good at sharing/gathering information within a team
• Able to cope with change and working under ambiguous circumstances
• Professional social and communication skills, focusing on good teamwork
• Willing to travel as needed
• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant supervisory experience in inventory management, demand planning, logistics, or other related fields. International experience in a global multicultural environment is a plus.
• Proven experience handling daily planning/operations in a make-to-order environment and understanding the importance of high-quality order handling and deadlines.
• Good level skills in related IT systems within the area of employment. Proven proficiency in the following software:
• SAP (PE01) or equivalent ERP software.
• SAP Document Management System (DMS).
• ECM (Engineering Change Management).
• Microsoft Office

 Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and other software programs
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to interact frequently with others in a professional, courteous manner
• Ability to lead and manage a team

Target Pay Range:  

$75,000 to $82,000 annually

What we offer  

As a member of the Vestas team, we offer a competitive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry. Among the many amenities we offer: Global bonus program, medical; dental; vision; Paid time off; 401(k) plan with company match; tuition assistance; HSA (Health Savings Account) with Company Contribution, FSA (Flexible Spending Account), and DCFSA (Dependent Care FSA), Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Legal Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, & more physical, mental, and financial wellness options) , Safety Programs (reimbursement for safety shoes and company provided safety glasses)  

It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, or national origin, and to afford equal opportunity to veterans and individuals with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative within the People & Culture department. 

Additional Information

This position supports both Denver, CO and Brighton, CO operations.

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About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else.

Through our industry-leading smart data capabilities and +117 GW of wind turbines under service, we use data to interpret, forecast, and tap into wind resources and deliver best-in-class wind power solutions. Together with our customers, Vestas’ more than 29,000 employees are bringing the world sustainable energy solutions to power a bright future.

Together with our customers, Vestas’ more than 25,000 employees are bringing the world sustainable energy solutions to power a bright 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. 

We invite you to learn more about Vestas by visiting our website at www.vestas.com and following us on our social media channels.