Category manager indirect material role at hitachi energy
overview
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the opportunity
develop, plan and implement supply chain management (scm) strategy focused on optimizing costs, spend, delivery and reliability of suppliers and supplied products/services for an assigned category or group of categories and country. Perform active spend and budget management. Ensure execution in accordance with hitachi energy, scm and supply base management instructions and procedures.
how you'll make an impact
* leverage the continuous improvement process sourcing (cips) process to implement effective sourcing strategies that align with business strategy, ensuring supply base/suppliers can meet current and future requirements.
* ensure s2o productivity is achieved where possible.
* ensure all relevant parties understand strategies and execute processes accordingly.
* minimize risk regarding quality and financial exposure by buying in accordance with quality and commercial procedures and hitachi energy guidelines.
* negotiate agreements with main suppliers, and periodically renew price lists, terms and conditions.
* adapt corporate contractual framework to local business needs.
* recommend frame agreements to management and execute upon approval.
* contract risk management.
* identify, investigate, and select appropriate suppliers (focusing on quality, delivery, cost and sustainability) in accordance with hitachi energy policies.
* define and establish local standard agreements where needed.
* provide and maintain standard terms in purchase contracts/terms and conditions in line with hitachi energy directives and guidelines.
* design and implement cost-out programs and/or processes to reach financial targets.
* apply and implement scm standards, tools, and processes focused on business continuity for the assigned commodity or group of commodities.
* ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
your background
* supply chain certification nice to have.
* 5+ years of work experience, including minimum 3 years in a supply chain role around services and strategic sourcing in a company.
* bi-lingual (spanish and english mandatory).
* ability to work as a team in the functional areas, business units and countries of the respective hub.
* strong knowledge in ms office tools, ms teams, power bi and sap ariba applications.
* strong knowledge of technology trends in the area, business process standards and associated applications, driving vendor consolidation and vendor sourcing for related functions.
* strong knowledge of the supply chain process related to indirect categories such as: legal, consulting, marketing, hr, temporary labor or financial services, facilities, workwear, mro.
* strong project management and execution skills.
* ability to lead initiatives and promote acceptance across units and product lines management.
* solid knowledge of different supply chains and logistics structures in large corporates.
* outstanding organizational skills to manage multiple moving parts simultaneously and work effectively in a matrix organization with minimal oversight.
* strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact with c-level executives as well as scm staff.
company
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. We employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion usd.
job details
* seniority level: mid-senior level
* employment type: full-time
* job function: marketing and sales
* industries: appliances, electrical and electronics manufacturing; it services and it consulting
we welcome you to apply today.
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