Senior Buyer - Strategic Sourcing for Projects

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Stone; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is hiring a Senior Buyer - Sourcing in the UK. This role leads sourcing for service projects, develops procurement strategies, and ensures alignment with project timelines and budgets. You will evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, and maintain rigorous records, KPI reporting, and cost control.

Strong negotiation, SAP proficiency and MCIPS progress are expected. The role collaborates with project teams and internal stakeholders to deliver value and continuous improvement across the

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related discipline.
• Professional certification or working towards MCIPS.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proven procurement/sourcing experience for site-based installation activities.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and cost management capabilities.
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills.
• Proficiency in procurement or ERP systems, SAP.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities for Service Business to align with Project demands.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project timelines and budgets.
• Ensure sourcing activities follow local procurement policy.
• Identify, evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost and reliability.
• Assist in setting up framework agreements and negotiate pricing and terms.
• Maintain procurement records, bids, pricing and evaluation processes.
• Provide regular reports on cost performance, savings and KPIs.
• Support forecasting and financial planning activities.
• Conduct regular supplier reviews and performance evaluations.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives within the supply base.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Analytical skills

Cost management

Organisational skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business or related

MCIPS (professional certification or working towards)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Hitachi Energy is hiring a Senior Buyer - Sourcing in the UK. This role leads sourcing for service projects, develops procurement strategies, and ensures alignment with project timelines and budgets. You will evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, and maintain rigorous records, KPI reporting, and cost control.

Strong negotiation, SAP proficiency and MCIPS progress are expected. The role collaborates with project teams and internal stakeholders to deliver value and continuous improvement across the