Manager of Warehouse Management UK & NL

Job Description

Company Description

Vattenfall is a European energy company with approximately 20 000 employees. For more than 100 years we have electrified industries, supplied energy to people’s homes and modernized our way of living through innovation and cooperation. We now want to make fossil-free living possible within one generation. To be able to reach this ambitious goal we are looking for talented individuals who, in addition to their passion for their own role, also have strong team spirit and want to contribute to supporting a meaningful corporate mission.

Business Area Wind is responsible for Vattenfall’s Onshore and Offshore Wind as well as other non-hydro Renewable activities like solar PV and batteries. Today we develop, construct and operate wind generation in Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK. In addition, we have a clear strategy to develop our solar PV and battery operations further.

Job Description

We are looking for a Manager of Warehouse Management UK & NL within Supply Chain & Maintenance Systems Department, in Integrated Operations for our Business Unit Offshore Wind, a part of the Vattenfall Organization.

The Manager of Warehouse Management UK & NL is responsible for ensuring control of warehouse related activities for all offshore sites under Generation, covering UK and Netherlands.

You will work with the Manager of Warehouse Management and within Supply Chain & Maintenance Systems to continuously develop, update and implement strategies and tactical activities that support the business objectives and operational efficiencies.

All in all, the position ensures developing, planning, implementing and following up holistic strategies and activities relevant to warehouse management across all sites under scope, in alignment with the Manager of Warehouse Management.

Key responsibilities

Overall accountable for warehouse management and runs the overall warehouse activities for all offshore scopes in the teams in UK and NL.

He/she is responsible for the planning, implementing and following up strategies and activities relevant to warehouse management in both regions, this includes:

• Prioritize and ensure safe set-up and processes across all warehouses within scope, while being aligned on overall business objectives.
• Plan, implement, and follow-up strategies and activities related to warehouse management;
• Ensure standardised and centralised warehouse setup for ongoing and future sites;
• Ensure timely shipping of parts, consumables, tools and main components;
• Ensure efficient processes between warehouses and key stakeholders;
• Ensure resource optimisation and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Who are you?

You have an excellent analytical and organizational skills, also you have attention to detail and are able to work collaboratively in a team environment.

You have the courage to say STOP! in non-compliance situations while always looking for opportunities to solve the problem.

A flexible attitude with regards to tasks, hours and travelling as/when necessary.

You are commercially and operationally minded.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, diplomacy and a positive attitude are some of the key qualities that will make you successful in the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or master's degree in a relevant field (is desirable);
• At least 4 years of experience from working a similar position in the energy sector or a technical industry. Offshore/onshore wind knowledge from a development, project or O&M role is desirable;
• A proven track record within relevant supply chain management and system solutions is necessary;
• IT-Systems awareness SAP PM/MM, SAP is necessary;
• Extensive experience in warehouse and operation and maintenance are necessary
• Ability to lead international teams, driving a performance culture and development of key skills and knowledge is considered as an advantage;
• Persuasive communication skills, comfortable at presenting, building relationships and influencing others, while working effectively across diverse cultures and geographical locations; and
• Health and safety as the highest priority
• Fluent in English (writing and speaking).

Additional Information

Location

The location for the position is Ramsgate UK.

We offer

We offer you a challenging and independent job in an informal working environment. You will be working in interdisciplinary teams and you can always count on support from committed colleagues. We offer attractive employment conditions and opportunities for personal and professional development.

For your information

If you have any questions regarding the position please contact Joyce Westi at +45 27 87 51 09.

If you have any questions to the recruiting process please contact Senior Recruiter Jette Ingeberg at +45 22 57 07 51.

The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason, a pre-employment screening will be part of your recruitment process. The screening is based on the role you will fulfil within Vattenfall. The screening will be performed by a third party, Validata.

Application

We welcome your application, including CV and cover letter. Last day to apply is the 15th of September.

Apply online on this page.

At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to build a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be a good role model regarding diversity. Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, transgender identity or expression, religion or other belief, disability or sexual orientation.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Our Organization:

Energy is our contribution to quality of life – day after day. With around 20.000 colleagues Vattenfall provides comprehensive electricity and heating offerings to several million customers in northern Europe. For the work ahead we need people who are fully dedicated to our customers and to a sustainable society – people like you.

Business Area Wind is responsible for Vattenfall’s Onshore and Offshore Wind as well as other non-hydro Renewable activities like solar PV and batteries. Today we develop, construct and operate wind generation in Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK. In addition, we have a clear strategy to develop our solar PV and battery operations further.