Category Manager

The Opportunity

Are you ready to power the future with innovative solutions? Hitachi Energy is seeking a dynamic

to join our Grid Components team in

. As a leader in high-voltage components, we are dedicated to advancing the electrical utilities and power delivery industry. This is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking company that values creativity, collaboration, and sustainability. You'll work in a vibrant environment where your ideas and expertise will drive impactful projects and shape the future of energy.

How You'll Make an Impact

- Develop and implement resilient and sustainable sourcing strategies.

- Negotiate contracts and service level agreements to meet factory expectations.

- Control and manage contract usage in local ERP systems.

- Define and guide Supplier Management activities for the Supply Quality and Development team.

- Collaborate with factories and stakeholders to support bidding, design to value (DtV), and R&D activities.

- Initiate projects to reduce total cost of ownership and mitigate risks.

- Ensure compliance with Hitachi Energy, BU, and HBU regulations and procedures.

- Take accountability and approval authority for the quality of team operations.

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

Your Background

- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial or manufacturing engineering.

- Proven experience in contract negotiation and supplier management.

- Strong knowledge of ERP systems and supply chain management.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

- Ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams.

More About Us

- At Hitachi Energy, we foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

- We offer opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.

- Join us to be part of a team that is making a difference in the energy sector.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join Hitachi Energy in powering a sustainable future!

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.