As the global leader in wind energy, we drive innovation to create a more sustainable world. With us, you will take on responsibility, grow both professionally and personally, and work in an environment that encourages collaboration, courage, and fresh ideas.
Would you like to contribute your expertise in an international environment? At Vestas, you’ll find exciting projects, modern ways of working, and real opportunities to make an impact.
Take the next step and start your journey as a Senior Manager (m/f/d) Operations Development Central at our site in Hamburg or Berlin.
About the department
The Service department is responsible to execute the operational Service of our customers wind turbines and as well managing the daily customer communication.
As part of the department the team Operations Development manages the internal improvement projects, continuously develops the performance management governance of the line management, defines and executes the strategic initiatives to meet our targets and provides the basis for the operational forecasting processes.
Your benefits – because your contribution matters
- Start & Perspective: Structured onboarding program and a permanent employment contract with long-term prospects
- Development & Skills: Varied work in a forward-looking industry and individual opportunities for professional growth
- Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Overtime account, option to work from home up to 8 days per month, 30 days of vacation plus Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve off, and the option for a sabbatical
- Add-Ons: Business bike, gym allowance, company pension plan, Germany-wide train ticket (Deutschlandticket)
- Team & Culture: Scandinavian-inspired with flat hierarchies, informal culture, and a collaborative team atmosphere
Your responsibilities – here's where you can get involved!
- You lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team of Project Managers, Performance Managers, and Capacity Planners, creating an environment where people can grow and succeed
- You establish and guide the department’s operational performance management governance, promoting transparency, consistency, and accountability across every organizational level, from Vice President to Field Supervisor
- You manage and rank the department’s project portfolio, making sure deliverables align with strategic goals
- You identify, develop, and scale AI use cases that improve operational efficiency, enhance decision-making, and support business transformation
- You act as a strategic partner to Finance, contributing to operational cost forecasting as well as budget and strategy planning processes
- You turn annual strategic priorities into actionable initiatives and set the department’s operational focus areas
- You collaborate across functions and leadership levels, connecting strategy, operational performance, operations, and transformation to deliver business impact
Your profile – what makes you well suited for this role
- You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical, business, or related field
- You have solid experience in service operations and a clear understanding of operational processes and performance drivers
- You thrive in international and cross-functional environments, building effective relationships across diverse teams and stakeholders
- You communicate fluently in both German and English, enabling effective collaboration across all organizational levels
- You draw on advanced analysis skills to turn data and insights into better business decisions
- You blend strategic insight with practical execution to transform complex challenges into workable solutions
- You display solid project and stakeholder management skills, handling priorities carefully and supporting consensus
- You manage complex situations effectively, support change with assurance, and encourage others to keep progressing in shifting environments
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 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 powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.
