Senior Purchasing Manager

If you are passionate about procurement leadership, supplier relationship management, and developing people while driving measurable business results, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact within a global organization.

• Lead end-to-end purchasing activities for direct materials, indirect spend, and factory services.

• Ensure material availability to support production schedules and operational requirements.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance.

• Build strong partnerships with local, regional, and global suppliers while managing commercial negotiations.

• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, finance, and operations teams to align procurement objectives with business goals.

• Utilize SAP and other ERP systems to manage procurement transactions, reporting, and process improvements.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of purchasing professionals while fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.

• Partner effectively with global support teams, including colleagues in India, to improve efficiency and service delivery.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.

• 10+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.

• Proven leadership experience managing or leading procurement teams and cross-functional initiatives.

• Strong knowledge of the end-to-end procure-to-pay process, including sourcing, purchase order management, supplier management, receiving, and invoicing.

• Experience working with SAP and other ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong negotiation, supplier relationship management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• At Hitachi Energy, you'll have access to ongoing learning, leadership development, and career growth opportunities within a global organization.

• Join a diverse and collaborative team committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and operational excellence.

• Be part of a culture that values inclusion, continuous improvement, and empowering people to make a meaningful impact every day.

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.