Operational Buyer

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Posted 16 September 2026 Requisition ID 76192 Location(s) Chennai, TN, IN, 600 117 Work experience Professional Type of position Full-Time Job Family Administration, Facilities & Secretarial Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a driving-force in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas’ core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Come and join us at Vestas! Service > Global Service Operations > Tools Region APC IN The Global Tools Department operates six Tool Warehouses across multiple regions worldwide, including the APC IN regional setup. The Tools Warehouse supports Installation & Commissioning activities with project tools and provides Operation & Maintenance tools to the Service organization. Our mission is to deliver high quality tools that enable safer, smarter, and more efficient Construction and Service operations—significantly contributing to Vestas’ business performance and sustaining its leadership in the global wind energy sector Responsibilities The Operational Buyer ensures timely and precise procurement execution by managing MRP generated purchase requirements, driving effective supplier communication, and handling order exceptions in SAP. The role ensures the right quantity at the right quality is delivered at the right time, enabling smooth material flow by resolving delivery discrepancies, addressing invoice issues, collaborating across functions, and maintaining strong supplier performance. This Operational Buyer role supports Global Warehouses across multiple regions, securing materials and ensuring smooth procurement operations to meet global warehouse needs. The Operational Buyer ensures seamless material availability by executing high quality procurement processes, managing MRP-driven purchasing, and maintaining strong supplier collaboration. The role focuses on timely order execution, exception handling, and smooth coordination across the supply chain to support warehouse and operational performance. Key Responsibilities: Execute MRP driven procurement activities in SAP S/4HANA Create, release, and manage Purchase Orders (POs) Obtain timely supplier confirmations and maintain order accuracy Manage Purchasing Info Records (PIR) updates and resolve master data concerns in coordination with Sourcing and Master Data teams Support global warehouses by ensuring timely procurement, delivery, and documentation Handle delivery management, including follow ups, delays, rescheduling, and escalations Resolve invoice discrepancies and collaborate with Finance/AP teams to close open issues Manage order exceptions such as expedite, cancellation, deferment, and quantity changes Maintain clear, professional supplier communication to ensure timely execution Prepare and update key procurement insights and reports (Daily, Weekly, Monthly) Ensure all procurement documentation is accurate and compliant with internal controls Support continuous improvement projects related to procurement efficiency and data quality Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with 5 to 7 years of experience as a Buyer in an end to end Supply Chain Management environment High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) Expertise in SAP (MM module preferred) with strong analytical skills Experience in data handling, reporting, and query management Strong English communication skills—written and verbal Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities effectively Demonstrated problem solving abilities Competencies Fluent in English and local language Effective task organization and prioritization Strong root cause identification skills Experience with SAP in MM modules Strong communication and collaboration skills Self-driven and independent worker Strong presentation abilities and proficient in computer use Safety-first-mindset What We Offer You'll have the opportunity to help strengthen the position of Vestas in a key market for the company with excellent perspectives of growth. Join Vestas, and you'll cultivate your career in an inspiring environment at the world's leading wind turbine producer, which has an ongoing dedication to sustainability. We value individual initiative, the desire to take on responsibility, and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. At Vestas, your success is our success. Exposure to the Global operating team with diverse and employee-friendly environment. Additional Information Your primary location will be in Chennai, India 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. Please be advised to apply on or before 30th Sep 2026 Learn more about Vestas at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels Our commitment to a fair hiring. At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness. 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 a