Factory Procurement Teamlead

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Satigny; On-site; CHF 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Satigny, Switzerland is seeking a Factory Procurement Team Lead to manage the interface between factory operations, procurement, and supply chain.

You will lead a team, ensure material availability for production, and drive supplier performance while guiding continuous improvement across procurement processes. The role requires leadership experience in manufacturing, strong ERP/SAP knowledge, and fluency in French and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field (Supply Chain/Procurement).
• Several years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Planning, or Manufacturing Operations.
• Leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the factory procurement team to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Ensure material availability to support on-time production and customer delivery.
• Drive supplier performance through regular reviews, monitoring, and improvement initiatives.
• Manage escalations related to shortages, logistics issues, and supplier risks, coordinating cross-functional actions.
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Shared Services to achieve business objectives.
• Lead procurement processes optimization, master data accuracy, and supplier collaboration.
• Drive continuous improvement and digitalization initiatives, including SAP S2P processes.

Skills

Procurement

Supply Chain

Planning

Manufacturing Ops

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location: Satigny, Geneva, Switzerland

Job ID: R0149986

Date Posted: 2026-11-09

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The opportunity We are looking for an experienced and proactive Factory Procurement Team Lead to join our Planning & Fulfillment organization. In this key role, you will act as the primary interface between factory operations, procurement, supply chain, and shared service teams, ensuring material availability, supply reliability, and continuous improvement of procurement processes. You will lead operational procurement activities, drive supplier performance, support production continuity, and coach procurement professionals while contributing to strategic supply chain initiatives. This position combines leadership, operational excellence, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

How you'll make an impact

• Lead and develop the factory procurement team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure material availability and support on-time production and customer delivery.
• Drive supplier performance through regular reviews, performance monitoring, and improvement initiatives.
• Manage escalations related to supply shortages, logistics issues, and supplier risks, coordinating cross-functional actions when required
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Shared Services to achieve business objectives.
• Optimize procurement processes, master data, inventory levels, and supplier collaboration.
• Lead continuous improvement and digitalization initiatives, including SAP S2P processes.
• Support department leadership and contribute to the long-term development of the Planning & Fulfillment organization.

Your Background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Several years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Planning, or Manufacturing Operations.
• Previous leadership, team lead, or coordination experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, inventory management, and material planning.
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Fluent in French and in English.
• Additional languages are an advantage.
• Knowledge of S2P processes and procurement digitalization, APICS/ASCM, CPSM, CSCP, or similar supply chain certifications are considered a plus.

More about us

Hitachi Energy is shaping the future of energy with innovative technologies for a sustainable and reliable power supply. We offer a modern working environment, a strong team and the opportunity to contribute to forward-looking solutions.

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Company Culture & Career Opportunities

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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