Procurement Operations Junior Specialist (IMS)

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is seeking a Procurement Operations Junior Specialist (IMS) to support global procurement operations and drive process improvements. You will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, maintain supplier data quality, and promote adoption of global standards.

The role focuses on operational support, governance, and continuous improvement across the IMS program. You will engage with Procurement, Finance, IT and business users to enable efficient procurement and data

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in SCM, Business, Finance, or related field.
• Up to 1 year of experience in Procurement or Shared Services.
• Basic understanding of procurement processes and governance principles.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across functions.
• Proficiency with MS Office; SAP Ariba is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support to procurement processes and stakeholders.
• Help maintain supplier data quality for informed decisions.
• Act as a contact for procurement inquiries across functions.
• Support system implementations and process changes.
• Develop user guides and training materials to enable self-service.
• Identify opportunities for standardization and automation.

Skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Collaboration

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in SCM / Business

Tools

SAP Ariba

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Procurement Operations Junior Specialist (IMS)

The Opportunity:
We offer the opportunity to support global procurement operations, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, drive process improvements and contribute to supplier data governance and digital transformation initiatives across our CSS Indirect Materials & Services organization.

The Procurement Operations Junior Specialist provides operational support, process expertise, and business enablement services across the Indirect Materials & Services (IMS) organization. The role acts as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, supporting effective execution of procurement-related processes, systems, supplier data activities, and governance requirements. It ensures a consistent user experience while promoting compliance, operational excellence, and adoption of global standards.

The role combines operational support, application expertise, supplier master data governance, knowledge management, and continuous improvement responsibilities within a single service-oriented function. It contributes to the development and evolution of the IMS operating model by supporting digitalization, simplification, automation, and user enablement initiatives across global business operations.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Provide operational support and expert guidance to internal stakeholders, ensuring efficient and compliant procurement operations.
• Help maintain high-quality supplier and procurement data, supporting accurate business decisions and process reliability.
• Serve as a key contact for procurement-related inquiries, collaborating with Procurement, Finance, IT, suppliers, and business users.
• Contribute to a positive user experience by supporting procurement systems, tools, policies, and governance standards.
• Create and maintain user guides, training materials, and knowledge resources that enable stakeholder self-service and process adoption.
• Support system implementations, testing activities, and process changes to ensure successful deployment of new solutions and capabilities.
• Identify opportunities for standardization, simplification, and automation, helping drive operational efficiency across global operations.
• Contribute to digitalization and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement services and business performance.
• Ensure compliance with global processes and governance requirements while promoting operational excellence and data integrity.
• Support the evolution of the global IMS operating model by delivering high-quality service and fostering cross-functional collaboration.

Your Background:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Up to 1 year of experience in Procurement, Shared Services, Supply Chain, Master Data Management, Business Operations, internships, or a similar environment.
• Basic understanding of procurement processes, business operations, governance principles, and customer support environments.
• Communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions, business units, and geographies.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with SAP Ariba or similar procurement platforms is a plus.
• Fluent in English, with additional language skills considered an advantage.
• Eager to learn and develop expertise in procurement, supplier data management, digital solutions, and continuous improvement practices.

More About Us:

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well-being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations - We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.