Senior Purchasing Manager

Role Summary

Step into a leadership role where your expertise drives operational excellence. As a Senior Purchasing Manager at Hitachi Energy, you'll lead factory-level purchasing activities that keep production running seamlessly. This is your chance to influence supplier strategies, optimize costs, and champion sustainable supply chain practices. You'll work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement. If you're passionate about building strong supplier partnerships and delivering results that matter, this role offers the perfect platform for your skills to shine.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Manage end-to-end purchasing for direct materials and factory services.
• Ensure timely material availability to meet production schedules.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and regional suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to optimize costs.
• Monitor supplier performance and lead audits when needed.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing.
• Utilize ERP systems (e.g., SAP) for purchase order management and reporting.
• Lead and develop a team of buyers and analysts to achieve factory goals.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of purchasing/procurement experience, including 3+ years in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of direct material sourcing and MRP systems.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Preferred certifications: CPP, CPIM, Lean Six Sigma.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, we invest in your growth through learning and development opportunities.
• Join a global team committed to innovation, sustainability, and collaboration.
• Experience a culture that values diversity and empowers you to make an impact.
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• Current employees apply here

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