OU SCM Manager

Hitachi, Ltd.; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Project Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities across the project lifecycle, from tendering to execution. You will work closely with project teams, engineering and suppliers to balance cost, quality and schedule.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in a related field and 5+ years in project procurement within electrical infrastructure or EPC, with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project procurement or supply chain.
• Experience across tendering, procurement, execution and delivery.
• Strong understanding of electrical infrastructure, EPC, power transmission.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities through the project lifecycle.
• Develop Tender Sourcing Plans during bid phase and PPP after award.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, commercial teams and suppliers.
• Lead supplier negotiations and placement of purchase orders.
• Monitor supplier performance and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Track project supply chain metrics including savings and risk mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with Hitachi Energy policies and external regulations.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

English communication

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Job description

Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business unit has delivered more than 4,000 projects over the last 15 years. Our Grid Integration portfolio spans a wide range of transmission and substation applications, enabling the reliable and efficient integration of the future digital electric network with minimum environmental impact.

We incorporate integrated systems, solutions and services across our HVDC, FACTS, Grid and Power Quality, Substations, Renewables and Data Center markets.

As a Project Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for leading end-to-end supply chain and procurement activities throughout the project lifecycle, from tender stage through project execution. Working closely with project teams, suppliers, engineering, and commercial stakeholders, you will ensure successful project delivery by balancing cost, quality, and schedule objectives.

This role is ideal for an experienced supply chain professional with strong project-based procurement experience within electrical infrastructure, EPC, power, energy, or data center environments.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Participate in tender and capture teams to identify sourcing opportunities and ensure customer requirements are reflected in supply chain strategies.
• Develop and implement Tender Sourcing Plans (TSP) during bid phase and transition them into Project Procurement Plans (PPP) upon project award.
• Manage end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities throughout project execution.
• Develop project sourcing schedules, budgets, forecasts, and procurement plans aligned with project objectives.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, commercial teams, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers and subcontractors in accordance with company policies and customer requirements.
• Lead supplier negotiations and placement of purchase orders, ensuring alignment on pricing, delivery schedules, quality requirements, and contractual terms.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery progress, and supply chain risks, proactively implementing mitigation actions where required.
• Drive cost optimization, savings initiatives, and supplier performance improvements throughout project execution.
• Track and report key project supply chain metrics, including savings, cost avoidance, supplier performance, and risk mitigation activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable internal procedures, external regulations, contract requirements, and Hitachi Energy policies.
• Act as the primary supply chain interface between project teams and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your Background

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience within project procurement, supply chain management, sourcing, or project execution environments.
• Experience managing supply chain activities across the full project lifecycle, including tendering, procurement, project execution, and project delivery.
• Strong understanding of project-based businesses such as electrical infrastructure, EPC, power transmission and distribution, energy, renewables, or industrial projects.
• Experience sourcing engineered equipment, electrical products, systems, or project-related services.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen, supplier management, and contract negotiation capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across project, engineering, commercial, and supplier organizations.
• Experience managing key supply chain performance metrics and delivering projects against cost, quality, and schedule targets.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Experience supporting data center, mission-critical infrastructure, or large-scale industrial projects will be considered an advantage.
• Self‑motivated, hands‑on, and able to work independently in a dynamic project environment.

More about us:

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out.

For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):

• Employer-sponsored medical plan (inc. dental care)
• Employer provident fund (EPF) – employer and employee.
• Group Term Life insurance, Group Personal Accident insurance, Group Business Travel insurance
• Hospitalization Insurance.
• Leave programs (Annual leave, medical leave, Hospitalization leave, Exam leave etc.)

*Benefits are subject to the respective plan rules.

We can provide more information during the recruitment process.