Procurement Senior Para-Professional

hitachi; San Luis Potosí; Hybrid; MXN 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Mexico, S.A. DE C.V.

seeks a Procurement Senior Para-Professional in San Luis Potosí to support procurement operations, assist with RFQ drafting, process purchase requisitions, convert them into purchase orders, and maintain procurement records. This temporary 6-month contract requires an Associate’s Degree or higher, about 1 year in procurement or supply chain roles, SAP experience, strong English, and good Portuguese as a plus.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and issuing RFQs.
• Process requisitions and convert to purchase orders, ensuring accuracy per policy.
• Support vendor selection, including basic research and vendor master data upkeep.
• Communicate with suppliers on order status, delivery schedules, and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain procurement records including contracts, POs, and supplier data.
• Assist in monitoring supplier performance and resolving minor issues.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and ensure timely fulfillment.
• Contribute to procurement best practices and process improvements.
• Generate routine procurement reports and analyze basic purchasing data.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Purchase orders

SAP

ERP systems

English

Portuguese

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location: San Luis Potosi, San Luis Potosí, Mexico

Job ID: R0146082

Date Posted: 2026-10-02

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY MEXICO, S.A. DE C.V.

Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

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.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.