procurement manager

1. You will develop, implement, and manage procurement strategies aligned with Hitachi's overall business goals and sustainability initiatives.

2. You will lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

3. You will identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conduct comprehensive supplier assessments, and manage supplier relationships, performance, and compliance.

4. You will negotiate complex contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, quality, and delivery schedules.

5. You will analyze market trends, spend data, and supply chain risks to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate potential disruptions.

6. You will collaborate cross-functionally with various departments including engineering, manufacturing, finance and legal to understand procurement needs and ensure seamless integration of procurement processes.

7. You will implement and maintain robust procurement policies, procedures, and systems to ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulations.

8. You will manage the full procurement lifecycle from requisition to payment, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

9. You will prepare and present regular reports on procurement performance, achieved savings and key metrics to senior management.

10. You will drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function by leveraging industry best practices and relevant technologies.

11. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

12. Living Hitachi Energy's core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering or related fields; Master’s degree is preferred.

2. Possess 8-10 years of progressive working experience in procurement, strategic sourcing or supply chain management, including 3-5 years of leadership or managerial experience.

3. Proven successful experience in negotiating and managing high-value contracts and delivering significant cost savings.

4. Solid understanding of global supply chain dynamics, procurement best practices and relevant industry regulations.

5. Possess excellent leadership, communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

6. Proficient in procurement software including SAP Ariba, Coupa and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

7. Capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced, global and matrixed organizational environment.

8. Professional certifications such as CPSM or CIPS are strongly preferred.