Senior Buyer - Project Execution

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Stone; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy UK Limited is seeking a Senior Buyer (Project Execution) in Stone, UK to lead procurement activities for service projects. You will develop strategies, negotiate terms, and ensure on-time delivery while collaborating with project teams and suppliers.

The role requires a degree in a related field, CIPS certification, and proven procurement experience. Strong cost management, stakeholder skills, and a full UK driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related discipline.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS).
• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Analytical and cost management capabilities; ERP/SAP proficiency.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management; full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for the Service Business to meet project demands.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with timelines and budgets.
• Ensure procurement activities follow local policy and drive best value.
• Support framework agreements, negotiate pricing and terms.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and services to meet milestones.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Negotiation

Supply chain

SAP / ERP

Education

Degree in Supply Chain

CIPS certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location: Stone, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Job ID: R0144331
Date Posted: 2026-09-13
Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED
Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote: No

Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity to join the Service team as a Senior Buyer (Project Execution). You'll be responsible for the procurement activities to support key projects, ensuring a cost-effective, timely, high-quality supply of goods and services. The Senior Buyer is an integral part of the Supply Chain Management team, working together to meet KPI’s and add real value to the overall success of Project Delivery. The role requires close collaboration with project teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. This role provides the right individual to make a significant contribution to the Business. Please note: we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position (including a graduate visa).

How you'll make an impact:

• Lead Procurement activities for the Service Business to align with Project demands.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies which align with the Project timelines and budgets.
• Ensure all Procurement activities are conducted in line with local Procurement Policy.
• Assist in setting up Framework Agreements, negotiation on pricing and terms and conditions to achieve best value for the Project.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and services to meet project milestones.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues proactively.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and reporting.
• Work closely with Operations regarding timely execution of Purchase Orders and Contracts.
• Carry out close out of Procurement Activities, collaborate with Project Managers, and provide feedback on Supplier Performance.
• Track procurement activities, ensuring cost efficiency.

Background:

• Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related discipline
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS)
• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Excellent analytical and cost management capabilitiesProficiency in procurement or ERP systems, preferably SAP
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Full UK driving licence

More about us:

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out.

For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):

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