Senior Procurement Professional

The Opportunity

Step into a high-impact role where your expertise in material planning and procurement helps power a more sustainable energy future. As a Senior Procurement Professional, you'll drive cost-effective sourcing, optimize MRP performance, and ensure the availability of critical materials used in our high-voltage equipment. You'll partner with cross-functional teams, strengthen supplier relationships, and contribute directly to operational excellence and long-term supply chain stability. This is a chance to influence key decisions, innovate through data-driven insights, and help advance Hitachi Energy's mission of delivering safe, reliable, and efficient energy solutions.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Develop and execute material planning strategies using SAP or similar MRP tools.
• Forecast supply needs and align procurement plans with production teams.
• Build and maintain productive, long-term supplier partnerships.
• Negotiate pricing and terms leveraging data insights for optimal outcomes.
• Identify supply chain risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Partner with engineering, quality, and production on material specifications.
• Drive cost-reduction initiatives without compromising delivery or quality.
• Support quality assurance processes and maintain accurate SAP-based compliance data.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply chain, Business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience as a buyer within high-voltage equipment or related industries.
• Strong proficiency with SAP or comparable MRP systems.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Strength in problem-solving and collaboration across teams.

• Hitachi Energy fosters a purpose-driven culture focused on advancing a sustainable energy future.
• We offer global career pathways, continuous learning opportunities, and supportive leadership.
• You'll join a diverse, collaborative team committed to innovation and operational excellence.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
• Paid Time Off - Flexible PTO and paid holidays
• Professional Growth - Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
• Family Support - Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits