Manager Planning

The Manager, Planning role supports the Vestas Americas (AME) Tools department by leading the planning team who oversees long‑term inventory, financial, production, and labor planning. The AME Tools department supports Vestas wind turbine installation in the US, Canada, and Latin America, as well as wind turbine and Service site maintenance in the US and Canada. Responsibilities Coordinate with stakeholders to receive, compile, and process customer demand and determine the inventory and financial impact on the Tools department and Vestas. Responsible for the financial impact of the various production plans. Maintain and support planning transparency within AME Tools and across the Vestas value chain. Facilitate process improvement and oversee project follow‑up, conduct meetings to maintain alignment with our customers. Lead a team of Planners and Clerks to meet and fulfill customer expectations. Develop a team of Planners and Clerks by setting performance goals, conduct regular performance check‑ins, and support career development. Analyze historical data to make informed planning decisions as well as present insights and recommendations for improvement to leadership. Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure timely replenishment. Essential Functions Able to manage unforeseen changes and work under ambiguous circumstances. Self‑motivated and self‑directed. Highly proficient interpersonal and communication skills, focusing on good teamwork. Ability to balance competing priorities in a challenging work environment that frequently changes. Ability to work with professional autonomy and collaborate effectively both internally and externally. Education, Training, and Skills Required 3 – 5 years of experience in positions of increasing responsibility (lead, supervisor, manager). Minimum 3 – 5 years of experience with SAP or ERP/MRP software for supply chain/inventory management. Experience in warehousing, distribution, retail, maintenance, or repair work. Data analytics experience – working with planning and resource management tools (e.g., SAP, Salesforce, Excel) and ability to manage and manipulate large datasets. Physical Demands Sat in a sedentary office‑based position, with the expectation to move about in a warehouse environment. Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers to handle and feel, and talk or hear. The work environment is an open office setting with moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. What we offer Salary range between $100,000 - $110,000. CCPA Notice for California Applicants. Our commitment to a fair hiring At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely on professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, please remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation dates, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal details not relevant to the role, before submitting your CV/resume. Please keep your CV/resume focused on work and educational details, and the necessary information that we contact you (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 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 power the solution for a sustainable, green energy future. BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, #J-18808-Ljbffr