Director Supplier Risk Management

Hitachi Rail GTS France SAS; Vélizy-Villacoublay; Presencial; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hitachi Rail GTS France SAS is seeking a Supplier Risk Management Director to lead the Global Procurement function and shape a comprehensive supplier risk framework across regions and lines of business. You will connect supplier risk to enterprise risk, drive governance structures, and elevate resilience with data-driven insights.

This strategic role requires travel across Europe and beyond, strong procurement leadership, and the ability to translate risk data into clear actions and governance

Formación

• Proven procurement experience across strategic sourcing, category management and supplier management.
• Experience leading cross-functional project teams.
• Strong analytical capability to translate risk data into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent commercial acumen and ability to influence stakeholders across cultures.
• Familiarity with Contract Lifecycle Management tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships.
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent.
• Membership of professional bodies such as CIPS, CPSM or CPM.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement a global supplier risk management framework covering structural and operational risks.
• Establish a consistent approach to identifying, assessing, escalating and mitigating supplier risk across regions and lines of business.
• Support the development of supply chain risk governance, including the Supplier Risk Management Committee and interfaces with Enterprise Risk Management and wider Group risk organisations.
• Establish common guidelines, standards, metrics and recommendations to strengthen supplier resilience and improve risk transparency.
• Develop supplier risk intelligence and supply chain watchtower capabilities to provide greater visibility of emerging risks and market developments.
• Build effective collaboration models with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to strengthen resilience and continuity of supply.
• Use data, reporting and performance insight to assess supplier risk exposure, mitigation effectiveness and supply chain resilience.
• Deliver training across Procurement on supplier and event risk management processes, tools and governance.
• Leverage external benchmarking, market intelligence and industry best practice to continually strengthen Hitachi Rail’s approach to supplier risk and opportunity management.
• Help shape the future direction and oversight of Supplier Risk Management across the organisation.

Conocimientos

Procurement experience

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Supplier management

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical capability

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Contract lifecycle management

Educación

Degree-level qualification

CIPS / CPSM / CPM membership

Herramientas

Contract Lifecycle Management tools

Descripción del empleo

Location: Vélizy-Villacoublay, Île-de-France, France

Job ID: R0150997

Date Posted: 2026-11-03

Company Name: Hitachi Rail GTS France SAS

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

Job Schedule: Full time

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Supplier Risk Management Director to join our Global Procurement function and take a leading role in shaping and strengthening supplier risk management across Hitachi Rail. This is a strategic, globally focused position where you will develop and implement an integrated supplier risk management framework, bringing greater consistency, visibility and resilience across our global supply base. You’ll work across regions and lines of business, connecting supplier risk with wider enterprise and Group risk activity and helping the organisation anticipate, understand and respond effectively to emerging supply chain risks. You’ll combine strategic thinking with strong procurement and supplier management expertise, using data, market intelligence and collaboration to improve how we identify, assess and mitigate supplier risk globally.

Given the global scope of this role, European and wider international travel will be required to build relationships and collaborate with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders across our global organisation.

Some key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a global supplier risk management framework covering both structural supply chain risks and operational supplier risks.


• Establish a consistent approach to identifying, assessing, escalating and mitigating supplier risk across regions and lines of business.


• Support the development of supply chain risk governance, including the Supplier Risk Management Committee and interfaces with Enterprise Risk Management and wider Group risk organisations.


• Establish common guidelines, standards, metrics and recommendations to strengthen supplier resilience and improve risk transparency.


• Develop supplier risk intelligence and supply chain watchtower capabilities to provide greater visibility of emerging risks, opportunities and market developments.


• Build effective collaboration models with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to strengthen resilience, preparedness and continuity of supply.


• Use data, reporting and performance insight to assess supplier risk exposure, mitigation effectiveness and supply chain resilience.


• Deliver training across Procurement on supplier and event risk management processes, tools and governance.


• Leverage external benchmarking, market intelligence and industry best practice to continually strengthen Hitachi Rail’s approach to supplier risk and opportunity management.


• Help shape the future direction and oversight of Supplier Risk Management across the organisation.

About you

• Strong procurement experience with knowledge of strategic sourcing, category management and supplier management tools and techniques.


• Experience leading and developing cross-functional project teams.


• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to turn data and risk insight into clear actions and recommendations.


• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across different levels and business cultures.


• Experience or understanding of Contract Lifecycle Management tools.


• Excellent communication, influencing, networking and relationship-building skills.


• A highly organised, methodical approach with the ability to manage competing priorities and work with a high degree of autonomy.


• A degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant experience.


• Membership of a relevant professional body such as CIPS, CPSM or CPM, or equivalent professional experience.

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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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