Procurement Operations Junior Specialist (IMS)

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Kraków; On-site; PLN 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work options

Well-being and care

Job summary

Hitachi Vantara Corporation in Kraków, Poland, seeks a Procurement Operations Junior Specialist to support global IMS procurement processes, data governance, and digital transformation initiatives across the organization.

You will work with stakeholders from Procurement, Finance, IT, and suppliers to ensure compliant, efficient operations, maintain supplier master data, and develop user guides to drive adoption of global standards.

Qualifications

• 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, 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Fluent in English

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Supply Chain/Business/Finance/IS

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

Job Description:

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

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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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.