Senior Buyer

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Buyer to drive procurement strategies and supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Supply Chain Management and a collaborative approach. Key responsibilities include leading procurement processes, developing sourcing plans, and maintaining supplier relationships. Strong communication skills and a results-oriented mindset are essential. Competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of experience in Engineering, Purchasing, and Supply Chain Management.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are advantageous.
• Flexibility to travel up to 15%.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement process and develop local sourcing plans.
• Support implementation of SCM practices and manage supplier performance.
• Maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure compliance.

Skills

Collaborative approach

Strong communication skills

Results orientation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

Description

As a Senior Buyer will be part of Hitachi Energy business based in Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. Implement and adhere to Supply Chain Management (SCM) strategies and processes, and follow-ups in factories to ensure material availability, delivery performance, and cost competitiveness. Lead the procurement process for defined material groups, achieving timely availability, cost savings, quality, and service level objectives. Support the development and implementation of regional/global sourcing strategies, and mange supplier performance to secure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.

The Opportunity

How you will make an impact

SCM Practice Implementation

• Support implementation, maintenance, and compliance of SCM practices including Strategic Sourcing, Process Excellence, Risk Management, Supply Base Management, and Quality.

• Develop and execute local sourcing plans to meet business objectives.

• Contribute to regional and global sourcing initiatives and monitor SCM KPIs.

Supplier & Material Identification

• Assist in developing regional/global sourcing strategies aligned with Category Managers.

• Create sourcing concepts including supplier mix, make-or-buy analysis, cost scenarios, and material innovation.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to finalize sourcing actions and timelines.

• Coordinate supplier selection with Category Managers and Supplier Quality Engineers.

• Identify and develop new suppliers for critical materials.

• Conduct supplier evaluation, auditing, and monitoring in line with SCM policies.

Contract Management

• Customize corporate contract frameworks to suit local business needs.

• Recommend and execute frame agreements upon management approval.

Bid & Proposal Support

• Provide market intelligence to support bid and proposal teams.

Strategic Sourcing

• Plan and oversee strategic sourcing for projects and new product development.

• Apply CIPS methodology and drive supplier performance improvements.

• Manage Supplier Performance Evaluation (SPE) and cost targets.

Supplier Relationship Management

• Maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery, quality, and compliance.

• Monitor supplier performance and address issues proactively.

Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, planning, and fulfillment teams to ensure material availability.

• Uphold standards in health, safety, environment, and business ethics.

• Demonstrate commitment to Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management, or equivalent work experience.

• Minimum 7 to 10 years of working experience in Engineering, Purchasing, and Supply Chain Management.

• Collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.

• Results orientation with proven implementation skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to influence and persuade.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently on a daily basis.

• Compliance and ethics oriented.

• Fluent in English, with other languages being an advantage.

• Flexibility to travel up to 15%.

• Preferred: CPSM or PMP certifications, SAP Experience, Documentation Management Systems, Power BI, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

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