Procurement Senior Professional

Hitachi Energy; Santiago; Híbrido; CLP 42.000.000 - 65.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Descripción de la vacante

Hitachi Energy Chile S.A. is seeking a Procurement Senior Professional to lead and optimize procurement activities, supporting operational needs and strategic goals.

You will manage complex purchasing, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure cost-effective, timely acquisition of goods and services. You will develop and implement procurement strategies, manage end-to-end processes, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver value.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Proven track record of negotiation and contract management.
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices and legal frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP Ariba).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company objectives and global policies.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes including supplier selection, tenders, contracts, and orders.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers with due diligence on quality, cost, delivery.
• Negotiate favorable terms, conditions and prices to achieve savings and value.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and manage relationships.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management and finance to meet procurement needs.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, savings and supplier performance.

Conocimientos

Procurement

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Supply Chain/Engineering

Herramientas

SAP Ariba

Descripción del empleo

As a Procurement Senior Professional at HITACHI ENERGY CHILE S.A., you will be responsible for executing and optimizing procurement activities to support the company's operational needs and strategic goals. You will manage complex purchasing processes, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure cost-effective and timely acquisition of goods and services.

How You Will Made An Impact

• Develop and implement procurement strategies in alignment with company objectives and global procurement policies.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including supplier selection, tender processes, contract negotiation, and order placement.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conducting thorough due diligence to ensure compliance with quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Negotiate favorable terms, conditions, and prices with suppliers to achieve cost savings and optimize value for money.
• Monitor supplier performance against agreed-upon key performance indicators (KPIs) and manage supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., engineering, project management, finance) to understand their procurement needs and provide effective solutions.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, savings, and supplier performance.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably within the energy or heavy industry sector.
• Proven track record of successful negotiation and contract management.
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices, principles, and relevant legal frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in using procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP Ariba).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in Spanish and English is required.

More About Us

• Work/Life Balance
• Growth Globally
• Continuous improvement culture
• Hybrid