Procurement Specialist

The Opportunity

Accountable for obtaining goods/services required by the organization including: Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Travel, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.). Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Products for Retail, etc.) Procurement processes include: Product/Service Sourcing. Supplier Selection. Pricing/Terms Negotiation. Order Processing. Contract Administration. Supplier Performance Management. May include Strategic Sourcing An Entry Professional (P1) applies broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education. May require the following proficiency: Work is closely supervised. Problems faced are not typically difficult or complex. Explains facts, policies and practices related to job area.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Oversee all procurement activities, ensuring they are appropriately regulated and in line with set rules, regulations and policies
• Developing purchasing strategies, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers, coordinating with internal teams regarding their supply needs, and overseeing the procurement process from order placement to delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operation of the supply chain.
• Assess and mitigate risks within the supply chain, including identifying potential disruptions and implementing contingency plans.
• Handling import & domestic procurement.
• Material Planning & tracking based on continuous production plan.
• Purchase and logistics management of various commodities.
• Conduct a thorough project review to establish delivery schedules / project timelines
• Conduct daily progress reviews of works and delivery status of materials.
• Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure that incoming materials meet quality standards
• Oversee the billing process for all procured items, ensuring accurate and timely payments
• Communicate effectively with internal departments to understand their procurement needs
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business
  
  

Your background

• Candidate should hold a degree in Bachelor’s / Master’s in Engineering with relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required
  
  

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

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