Category Manager

Role Summary

Category Manager

In this role, you will develop and implement category strategies that support cost optimization, quality, and supply chain performance for assigned categories within Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business. You will manage sourcing activities, supplier relationships, contract processes, and category planning while working closely with engineering, operations, finance, and other functions to align procurement activities with business needs. Your work will involve identifying cost reduction opportunities, improving supply chain efficiency, managing supplier performance, and monitoring market and regulatory developments. By helping secure reliable supplier performance, quality, delivery, and service levels, you will contribute to the continuity and performance of operations that support the power industry while gaining exposure to cross-functional collaboration, supplier management, strategic sourcing, and category development practices.

How You'll Make an Impact- Develop and execute category strategies including spend evaluation, market intelligence, supplier segmentation, and risk management.

• Manage sourcing activities including RFQ/RFP development, negotiation, contract management, and supplier selection.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers while monitoring performance and conducting business reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement activities with suppliers to enhance category performance.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, and other departments to align category strategies with business needs.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities, value engineering activities, and supply chain efficiencies.
• Manage supplier quality, delivery, and service performance and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Monitor industry trends, technological developments, and regulatory changes relevant to assigned categories.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background- Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement, preferably within the energy or manufacturing sector.
• Proven record of developing and implementing category strategies and achieving cost savings.
• Negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• CPM or CPSM certification is a plus.

More About Us

You will gain experience working across business functions and supplier networks while developing your sourcing, procurement, and category management capabilities.

• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy.
• A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry.
• Access to learning platforms and career development programs.
• Attractive health and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements.

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About the Company

More About Us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations - We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully

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Competitive salary and incentives

Well-being and care

Paid and unpaid leave

Flexible work options

Benefits that support your financial security