Senior Purchaser

Vestas • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Senior Purchaser - Third Party Labor is responsible for overseeing the procurement strategy and supplier management for third-party labor services across North America. This includes sourcing and managing vendors for turbine repair, maintenance, construction, blue-collar staffing, safety professionals, and special projects. The role requires close collaboration with global and regional stakeholders to ensure cost-effective, high-quality, and timely procurement solutions aligned with Vestas' strategic goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on third-party labor or construction/field maintenance.
• Extensive experience in contract management, supplier negotiations, and strategic sourcing.
• Solid understanding of labor categories, VMS platforms, and contingent workforce management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and work in a global, multicultural environment.
• High business acumen with the ability to analyze financial data and develop cost models.
• Willingness to travel up to 5% as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the renewable energy, manufacturing, or construction industries.
• Familiarity with technical specifications and ability to interpret engineering documents.
• Experience managing large-scale procurement projects exceeding $5 million in spend.
• Knowledge of compliance and legal considerations in labor procurement.
• Experience managing sourcing events within Ariba.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for third-party labor services and contingent workforce solutions.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing processes: RFPs, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and implementation.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and service level agreements.
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, HSE, Operations, and Finance to align procurement activities with organizational needs.
• Build and maintain supplier market intelligence to support strategic decision-making.
• Oversee cost optimization, cost-out programs, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as the escalation point for supplier-related issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Prepare and present business cases, reports, and presentations to senior leadership.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Join a prominent wind turbine manufacturer and be part of a global team focused on sustainable energy. At Vestas, we value initiative, collaboration, and accountability in a supportive environment focused on safety, sustainability, and career growth. Work alongside motivated colleagues thriving in their roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees