Capacity Planning Specialist

About the Role

Vestas is seeking an experienced Capacity Planning Specialist to transform and own the capacity planning agenda for Service Operations NCE. This strategic role serves as the central point of truth for technician capacity insights across our wind turbine service operations, ensuring optimal resource allocation to execute service activities efficiently and safely.

As our Capacity Planning Specialist, you will drive cross-regional workforce balancing while establishing direction, standards, and steering mechanisms that directly impact operational performance. This position offers the opportunity to shape strategic and tactical decisions in the rapidly growing renewable energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and own the capacity planning domain, establishing comprehensive direction, standards, and steering mechanisms across operational, tactical, and strategic levels
• Translate regional service demand into clear, aligned capacity strategies, ensuring proactive and data-driven decision making processes
• Lead cross-regional workforce balancing initiatives, directing technician allocation and optimizing resource mix with full accountability for outcomes
• Provide senior leadership with consolidated capacity insights and actionable recommendations through clear scenario planning and strategic analysis
• Drive continuous improvement of planning processes and tools, implementing enhancements that improve transparency, operational efficiency, and organizational maturity
• Collaborate with regional service managers to forecast technician requirements and identify potential capacity constraints
• Develop and maintain sophisticated planning models that account for seasonal variations, maintenance schedules, and emergency response needs
• Monitor key performance indicators related to capacity utilization, resource efficiency, and service delivery timelines
• Facilitate stakeholder alignment across multiple regions and departments to ensure coordinated execution of capacity plans

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in capacity planning, operations planning, or related analytical roles within complex operational environments
• Extensive background in leading and owning complex operational or analytical domains with demonstrated success
• Proven experience with multi-variable demand planning in dynamic, fast-paced environments
• Strong expertise in capacity management methodologies, forecasting techniques, and resource optimization strategies
• High level of data literacy with proficiency in advanced planning tools, analytics software, and business intelligence platforms
• Experience with workforce management systems and capacity planning software solutions
• Fluent English at professional level with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Analytics, or related field preferred
• Understanding of renewable energy sector dynamics and technical service operations advantageous

Core Competencies

• Stakeholder Management: Exceptional ability to build consensus and collaborate effectively across teams while representing your domain to senior stakeholders with professional credibility
• International Collaboration: Thrive in multicultural, international working environments while maintaining professionalism amid shifting priorities and dynamic requirements
• Analytical Excellence: Systematic and detail-oriented professional who approaches complex problems with initiative, precision, and strategic thinking
• Communication Skills: Effective communicator capable of engaging diverse stakeholders, building consensus, and presenting complex analytical findings in accessible formats
• Strong project management capabilities with ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Strategic mindset with ability to balance short-term operational needs with long-term capacity planning objectives

What We Offer

We provide an exciting career opportunity with exceptional prospects for professional and personal development in an inspiring, international work environment within the dynamic renewable energy sector. At Vestas, we highly value initiative, accountability, and the optimal balance between creativity and quality in all solutions.

You will have excellent opportunities to build your career within Vestas when demonstrating aspiration, capacity, and potential for growth. Our collaborative culture encourages innovation while supporting your professional development through challenging projects and cross-functional exposure.

Additional Information

This position is available in Malmö, Copenhagen, Aarhus, Hamburg, or Berlin, offering flexibility in location choice within our key European markets.

Application deadline: May 30, 2026. Please note that we reserve the right to amend or withdraw positions at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.