Strategic Category Manager, Marketing & Communications

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Lombardia; Sur place; EUR 47 000 - 58 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Country-specific benefits

Flexible work options

Well-being program

Résumé du poste

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Lombardy, Italy is seeking an exceptional Category Manager to shape our Marketing and Communication services portfolio.

You will drive strategic sourcing initiatives, build high-impact supplier partnerships, and champion innovation across the category, delivering value through cost optimization, quality excellence, and reliable service. You will lead negotiations, translate global frameworks into local agreements, and identify top suppliers while ensuring compliance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience, including at least 3 years in indirect categories (marketing, communications, consulting, branding).
• Proven ability to negotiate and build robust supplier partnerships.

Responsabilités

• Shape the future of our supply network by designing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, aligning procurement strategies and best practices.
• Drive value by upholding policies, mitigating risks, and ensuring quality and reliability.
• Lead high-value negotiations to secure favorable terms and long-term partnerships.
• Translate global contractual frameworks into locally effective agreements.
• Identify and cultivate high-performing suppliers based on quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability credentials.

Connaissances

MS Office

MS Teams

Power BI

SAP Ariba

English language

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Marketing, Communication, Business Administration, or related field

Outils

SAP Ariba

Power BI

MS Teams

MS Office

Description du poste

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Lombardy, Italy is seeking an exceptional Category Manager to shape our Marketing and Communication services portfolio.

You will drive strategic sourcing initiatives, build high-impact supplier partnerships, and champion innovation across the category, delivering value through cost optimization, quality excellence, and reliable service. You will lead negotiations, translate global frameworks into local agreements, and identify top suppliers while ensuring compliance and