Procurement Senior Para-Professional

Hitachi, Ltd.; San Luis Potosí; Híbrido; MXN 260.000 - 360.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Contract extension potential

Descripción de la vacante

Hitachi, Ltd. is seeking a Procurement Senior Para-Professional to support procurement operations, including RFQs, requisitions, and purchase orders. The role involves vendor management, contract/documents control, and supplier communications in a fast-paced environment.

Hybrid work in San Luis Potosí with 2 days in the office and 6-month contract with potential extension. Prior SAP experience and bilingual English/Portuguese skills are valued for efficient procurement execution.

Formación

• 1+ year in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain support
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and best practices
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP
• English required; Portuguese a plus

Responsabilidades

• Assist in issuing RFQs and processing requisitions
• Convert requisitions to purchase orders ensuring accuracy
• Support vendor selection and maintain vendor master data
• Communicate with suppliers on status, delivery, and invoice discrepancies
• Maintain procurement records including contracts and suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve minor issues
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet procurement needs
• Help implement procurement best practices and process improvements
• Generate routine procurement reports and analyze basic purchasing data
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines

Conocimientos

Vendor management

English (Advanced)

Attention to detail

Communication

Educación

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Herramientas

SAP

Descripción del empleo

The Opportunity

The Procurement Senior Para-Professional will support procurement operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services for Hitachi, Ltd. This role involves assisting with vendor management, purchase order processing, and maintaining procurement documentation.

How you’ll make an impact

• Assist in the preparation and issuance of Request for Quotations (RFQs).
• Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies.
• Support vendor selection processes, including conducting basic vendor research and maintaining vendor master data.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, delivery schedules, and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, including contracts, purchase orders, and supplier information.
• Assist in monitoring supplier performance and resolving minor issues or disputes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and ensure timely fulfillment.
• Contribute to the implementation of procurement best practices and process improvements.
• Generate routine procurement reports and analyze basic purchasing data.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Your Background

• Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain support roles.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP and procurement-related modules.
• Upper-intermediate to advanced English required; basic to intermediate Portuguese is a plus.
• Solid understanding of procurement processes, sourcing principles, and purchasing best practices.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Hybrid work model in San Luis Potosí (SLP): 2 days per week in the office, with the possibility of increasing to 3 days per week next year.
• Temporary position (6-month contract) with the possibility of extension up to 1 year.