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In this high-impact role, you will lead sourcing strategies for assigned categories, driving value creation through strategic procurement while ensuring strong supplier performance, operational continuity, and long-term business success.\nAs a trusted business partner, you will collaborate with stakeholders across engineering, operations, R&D, supply chain, and commercial teams to align category strategies with organizational objectives. Your expertise in market analysis, supplier relationship management, and negotiation will help optimize costs, improve lead times, mitigate risk, and strengthen overall supply chain performance. You will have the opportunity to influence key initiatives, including design-to-value programs, new product introductions, and bid support activities. By leveraging data-driven insights and industry trends, you will identify opportunities for continuous improvement and deliver innovative sourcing solutions that create a competitive advantage.\nAt Hitachi Energy, you'll join a global organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and professional growth. This is an opportunity to expand your strategic influence, develop global partnerships, and contribute to shaping a more sustainable energy future for all.\nResponsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.\nHow You'll Make an Impact\n\nDevelop and implement category sourcing strategies that support business objectives and long-term growth.\nAnalyze market dynamics, supplier landscapes, spend data, and cost drivers to identify strategic opportunities.\nLead supplier negotiations and contract management activities to maximize value and ensure favorable commercial outcomes.\nAlign supply capabilities with business demand to support continuity, capacity planning, and operational excellence.\nDrive cost optimization, productivity improvements, and risk mitigation initiatives across assigned categories.\nMonitor supplier performance and lead continuous improvement plans to enhance quality, delivery, and reliability.\nPartner with cross-functional teams globally to ensure sourcing strategies support operational and commercial priorities.\nSupport strategic initiatives, including new product introductions, bid activities, product development, and innovation programs.\nYour Background\n\nBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.\nMinimum of 7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, or supply chain management.\nStrong knowledge of sourcing strategy development, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations.\nDemonstrated success influencing stakeholders and leading cross-functional collaboration in a global environment.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with experience leveraging data to drive business outcomes.\nProfessional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent are preferred.\nWhat We Offer\n\nComprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.\n Retirement Savings - 401(k) with company match and additional contributions.\nPaid Time Off - Flexible PTO and paid holidays.\nProfessional Growth - Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs.\nFamily Support - Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits.\nMore About Us\n\nJoin a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future through innovative power and energy solutions.\nExpand your career through world-class learning opportunities, leadership development programs, and international collaboration.\nThrive in an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture where innovation, safety, and continuous improvement are valued.\nBackground Screening and Security Checks\nAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.\nFor certain roles, particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.\nThe scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.\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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Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.\nUse of Al and automated tools in recruitment\nAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. 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