Factory Supply Chain Specialist
At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.
Our R&D engineers and scientists develop breakthrough technologies that change the way the world works, and industries do business. We constantly push the limits of convention, while retaining our focus on delivering solid returns for our customers and shareholders. Join our team to assure the quality of the front-end Network Management Application for Hitachi Energy Mission Critical Communication systems. You as a team member will work on cutting-edge communication solutions applicable in a wide range of industries evolving in a digital age. It is a unique opportunity for you to participate in international projects in interdisciplinary, talented teams working on high reliable network solutions. Link: FOXMAN-UN | Hitachi Energy
Your responsibilities
- Support the Factory SCM on assigned tasks.
- Collaborates with suppliers and category managers to optimize cost, submit requests for quotation and drive cost savings projects.
- Identifies new suppliers in cooperation with relevant category team. Qualifies new suppliers in cooperation with Supplier Quality and Engineering specialists.
- Adapts corporate contractual framework to the local business needs. Recommends frame agreements to management and executes upon approval.
- Negotiates agreements with suppliers, and periodically renews pricelists, terms and conditions.
- Analyzes and evaluates bids/pricelists to determine optimal value. Support supplier negotiations as needed to achieve cost savings targets.
- Designs and implements plans for local sourcing to reach the business targets. Supports regional and global sourcing initiatives as required.
- Applies and implements SCM standards, tools and processes in the area of responsibility to secure quality, delivery, cost and sustainability.
- Creates and updates reports, as required, following the Hitachi Energy standards.
- Work closely with the project, bid, and proposal teams with the project’s needs and cost-effective purchase of goods and services.
- Overseeing supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, lead time) and resolving performance issues.
Your background
- A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering or similar field
- At least 2 years of experience in Supply Chain or Procurement
- Very good knowledge of MS Office and SAP
- Experience within operations or supply chain within electrical equipment manufacturing for energy sector is a plus
- Good level in English (spoken and written).
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Results orientated with the ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines.
- Good time management and task prioritization, exhibits a sense of urgency when necessary.
- A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.
- A high level of self-motivation, curiosity and desire to learn about new technologies.
Benefits
- Life insurance
- Medical insurance
- Flexible work practices
- Gym membership
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 38,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD. www.hitachienergy.com