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Strategic Buyer

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Strategic Buyer

Sevlievo, Bulgaria

Responsibilities:

  • Identifies new suppliers in cooperation with relevant category team. Qualifies new suppliers in cooperation with Supplier Quality and Engineering specialists;
  • Negotiates agreements with main suppliers, and periodically renews pricelists, terms and conditions;
  • Adapts corporate contractual framework to the local business needs. Recommends frame agreements to management, and executes upon approval;
  • Analyzes and evaluates bids in order to determine the optimal value;
  • Supports bid and proposal teams by providing relevant market information;
  • Overseeing supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, lead time) and resolving performance issues;
  • Aligns supplier orders with customer requirements (based on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)/project requirements) in terms of content, quality, delivery, sustainability and price;
  • Conducts all SCM activities for goods and services in accordance with policies and procedures;
  • Ensures the global supplier relationship management platform is updated and the suppliers in the scope of responsibilities are qualified accordingly.

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Your background:
  • A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Engineering or similar field;
  • At least 2 years of experience in Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain;
  • Experience with an ERP system will be an advantage;
  • Experience in Project Management would be a plus;
  • Good level in English; Strong negotiation skills;
  • Good time management and task prioritization;
  • A high level of self-motivation, curiosity and desire to learn about new technologies;
  • A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.

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Client-provided location(s): Sevlievo, Bulgaria
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-103457
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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