Purchasing Specialist
About the job
Do you have a knack for finding the best deals and does it motivate you, to play a key role in running a company smoothly and efficiently? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, and do you possess superior commercial acumen?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join Muehlhan Wind Service as Purchasing Specialist!
At Muehlhan Wind Service, we take pride in our commitment to reducing the cost of green energy through our impactful work. Apply today for the chance to be part of a strong, passionate team working towards making green energy more accessible across the world.
The role
As a Purchasing Specialist, you'll play a key role in ensuring we source quality goods and services at the most competitive terms and conditions. You'll work closely with different departments/projects to understand their needs, find qualified vendors, negotiate contracts, place orders and track deliveries.
To be successful as a Purchasing Specialist, you'll need a blend of analytical skills, strong communication, and a keen eye for detail. To secure the most favourable agreement, you will need to apply strong negotiation skills, technical understanding, and a holistic mindset.
In this position, you’ll have a unique opportunity to shape and develop your own role and responsibilities, as you and the company evolves. The position is part of the Procurement & Mobilization Department and will report to the Head of Procurement & Mobilization.
Key responsibilities
- Research suppliers of goods and services
- Prepare and organize RFQ’s, and negotiate purchasing terms and conditions
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns
- Qualification and auditing of suppliers
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
- Prepare and issue purchase orders
Skills, abilities, and knowledge:
- Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering positive working relationships.
- 3+ years of experience as a purchasing specialist or in a similar role.
- Superb communication and negotiation skills
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills
- Well organized team player
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and with business application software, purchasing, and resource planning systems.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English language
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a similar field preferred.
About Muehlhan Wind Service:
Muehlhan Wind Service (MWS) is a world-leading, full-scope independent service provider, specializing in wind turbine installation and Operations & Maintenance solutions for Tier 1 global wind energy clients.
MWS, headquartered in Fredericia, Denmark, is part of the Muehlhan Group, which is based in Hamburg, Germany. MWS is one of two main business divisions (1. Wind Service & 2. Industrial Service). The two divisions operate independently under the Muehlhan umbrella. The group is owned by a U.S.-based private equity firm.
In just eight years, MWS has evolved into a global market leader with annual revenues exceeding DKK 2.5 billion and strong margins.
With approximately 20 offices across Europe, the UK, Australia, East Asia, the USA, and Canada, we manage projects in more than 35 countries worldwide.
Driven by a passion for wind energy and a commitment to delivering exceptional results, our teams execute projects of all sizes across more than 12 specialized business units, including Offshore Installations, Onshore Installations, High-Voltage & Electrical Services, Blade Inspections & Repairs, Service & Statutory Inspections, Paint & Corrosion Control, Main Component Exchange, Special Projects, Manpower Solutions, Welding Repairs, Oil Exchange, and more.
Our success is powered by motivated, skilled, and open-minded people who share a strong passion for renewable energy and thrive in a dynamic, international environment.
For more information, please visit our website: www.muehlhan.com
