Hub Contract Manager - Transformers Business (APMEA)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Vadodara; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy India Limited in Vadodara seeks a senior contracts professional to manage contracts with customers, vendors, and partners. You will draft, execute and analyze contracts to maximize value and minimize risk, negotiate terms, and maintain a centralized contract database.

The role requires a law degree, 10+ years' experience in contract management within energy or manufacturing, and experience with international teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law required.
• Minimum 10 years of work experience in contract management/legal.
• Experience in EP/EPC energy or similar industrial manufacturing preferred.
• Experience working with international teams and partners.
• Strong negotiation and change/claim management skills.
• English proficiency; other languages advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle (drafting, execution, analysis).
• Negotiate terms and conditions to maximize value and minimize risk.
• Create and maintain contract database for easy access and retrieval.
• Lead contract policy and strategy within HUB/BU framework.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

English language proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in law

Job description

Job Location and Details

Location: Vadodara, Gujarat, India

Job ID: R0135934

Date Posted: 2026-07-15

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED

Profession (Job Category): Legal, Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The oportunity Candidate will be responsible for management of contracts with customers, vendors, suppliers, partners, or employees. This includes contract drafting, execution, and analysis for the purpose of maximizing financial and operational performance and minimizing risk. Negotiates the terms and conditions in contracts and ensures compliance with them. Documents any changes/amendments that may happen during execution of the contract. Creates and maintains contract database for easy access and retrieval. A Manager (M3) manages experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in assignments. Responsibilities typically includes Policy and strategy implementation for short-term results (1 year or less). Problems faced are difficult to moderately complex. Influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices and procedures.

How You'll Make an Impact

Provide end to end assistance and guidance for the entire lifecycle of the contract. Ensuring all contract management activities are executed in accordance with Company/Business Unit directives and instructions including Company procedures and BU procedures. Ensures the portfolio of contracts in the HUB business follows contract and claim management methodologies in accordance with Company/BU/HUB standard procedures. Conducting contract and claims negotiations and settlements. Reviews and comments on commercial tender terms and conditions. Analyzes prime contract terms to highlight areas of potential opportunity and risk, such as ambiguities, omissions and conflicts, as work proceeds. Negotiate contracts. Coordinate with BU Head of CM to have a common approach to contract management within the HUB. Organizing Contract Management in his/her respective geographical area. Drive resources needs to respond to business requirements on contract management. Define procedures to be applicable to HUB in coordination with BU Your background must have a bachelor's degree in law Must have a minimum of 10 years of work experience Experience in Contract management/ legal in EP/EPC energy company or similar industrial manufacturing companies is highly preferred Experience in working within internationally staffed teams and with international contractual partners; Solid experience in negotiation, change management, claim management and contract related issues and the possible effects in the relevant areas of responsibility; Experience in working in a multicultural environment and intercultural awareness; Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills; Systematic and structured work style; Ability to negotiate in English. Any other additional language is an advantage.

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Hitachi’s Culture & Vision

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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