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At Hitachi Energy, we’re shaping the future of sustainable power-and we want you to be part of it. As a Buyer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our operations run smoothly by sourcing the materials and services that power our success. This is more than a purchasing role-it's a chance to influence supplier relationships, drive cost efficiencies, and contribute to high-impact projects in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.\nIf you're a proactive problem-solver with a passion for supply chain excellence, this is your opportunity to grow with a company that values integrity, innovation, and inclusion.\nHow you’ll make an impact\nIdentify and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with category teams and engineering.\n\nLead competitive bid analysis to optimize total cost of ownership.\n\nManage supplier performance and resolve delivery or quality issues.\n\nSupport proposal teams with market insights and supplier recommendations.\n\nAct as the primary contact for suppliers from order to invoice.\n\nAlign supplier orders with customer and project requirements.\n\nInitiate and manage purchase orders using SAP systems.\n\nCollaborate across teams to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement.\n\nResponsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.\n\nYour background\n3-5 years of purchasing or procurement experience.\n\nBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering is preferred.\n\nProficiency in SAP and ERP systems.\n\nStrong negotiation and communication skills.\n\nAnalytical mindset with the ability to multitask and prioritize.\n\nMust have work authorization to work in the U.S.\n\nMore about us\nAt Hitachi Energy, we champion diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning.\n\nYou'll have access to global career paths, mentorship, and cutting-edge projects that make a real-world impact.\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/ProtectedVeterans/Individuals with Disabilities\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. 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