Buyer (Bland)

Join a global leader in energy innovation! At Hitachi Energy, were shaping the future of sustainable powerand we want you to be part of it. As a Buyer, youll 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 roleit's a chance to influence supplier relationships, drive cost efficiencies, and contribute to high-impact projects in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. If 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. How youll make an impact - Identify and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with category teams and engineering. - Lead competitive bid analysis to optimize total cost of ownership. - Manage supplier performance and resolve delivery or quality issues. - Support proposal teams with market insights and supplier recommendations. - Act as the primary contact for suppliers from order to invoice. - Align supplier orders with customer and project requirements. - Initiate and manage purchase orders using SAP systems. - Collaborate across teams to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement. - Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines . Your background - 3-5 years of purchasing or procurement experience. - Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering is preferred. - Proficiency in SAP and ERP systems. - Strong negotiation and communication skills. - Analytical mindset with the ability to multitask and prioritize. - Must have work authorization to work in the U.S. More about us - At Hitachi Energy, we champion diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning. - You'll have access to global career paths, mentorship, and cutting-edge projects that make a real-world impact.