SCM Category Manager, Temporary Labor

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Kraków; On-site; PLN 167,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks vacation

Birthday leave

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working model

Meal allowance

Cafeteria benefit CZK 7,000

Company pension contribution

Discounted mobile plan

Recognition awards

Global stakeholder exposure

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking an experienced Category Manager to lead the sourcing, procurement, and management of temporary labor. The role focuses on IT and Engineering spend, with responsibility for end-to-end procurement and supplier relationships.

You will ensure compliance with local labor laws and immigration requirements while identifying risks and driving cost-efficient programs. Hybrid work model and strong multinational collaboration are part of the offering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in temporary labor category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement.
• Understanding of legislative restrictions, labor laws, and compliance for temporary staffing.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced multinational environment.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for temporary labor with IT/Engineering focus.
• Lead end-to-end procurement, including supplier identification, negotiation, and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and immigration requirements.
• Build relationships with staffing suppliers and evaluate performance.
• Identify risks and implement business continuity for labor supply.
• Drive programs to improve cost efficiency and quality.
• Manage large-scale regional projects aligned with global strategy.
• Collaborate with Global SCM Category Lead to improve the category strategy.

Skills

Category management

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier relations

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Category Manager to join our team, responsible for the sourcing, procurement, and management of temporary labor.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Develop, plan, and implement sourcing strategies for temporary labor, aligned with the global category and supply base strategy, with a strong focus on the IT and Engineering spend.
• Lead end-to-end procurement processes, including supplier identification, negotiation, contract management, and commercial agreements tailored to temporary labor requirements.
• Ensure all sourcing activities comply with local labor laws, immigration requirements, and other applicable regulatory restrictions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with staffing suppliers and agencies, regularly evaluating their performance to ensure high-level service delivery and labor supply reliability.
• Proactively identify risks and implement business continuity measures to ensure uninterrupted labor supply.
• Drive category related programs and initiatives aimed at improving cost efficiency, workforce quality, and process reliability.
• Manage large-scale projects and processes within the region, aligned with the global category and supply base strategy, providing strategic input and delivering results with minimal supervision.
• Work closely with the Global SCM Category Lead, Temporary Labor to implement and further improve the overall category strategy.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced education or relevant certifications are a plus.
• Proven experience in temporary labor category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement, preferably at a global level.
• In-depth understanding of legislative restrictions, labor laws, and compliance requirements for temporary staffing in targeted regions.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills, with the ability to develop and optimize a high-performing supply base.
• High level of accountability and ownership, with the ability to manage complex projects, drive strategic initiatives, and deliver results in a fast-paced multinational environment. Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience working across large multinational organizations. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Fluency in English required.

What We Offer

• 5 weeks of vacation
• Birthday leave
• Flexible working hours (7.5-hour workday)
• Hybrid working model with home office opportunities after the probation period
• Meal allowance fully funded by the company
• Annual Cafeteria benefit of CZK 7,000 for sports, learning, and leisure activities
• Company contribution to pension savings (2-3% of salary)
• Discounted mobile phone plan
• Recognition awards for work anniversaries and additional benefits provided under the collective agreement
• Opportunity to work with global stakeholders and make a direct impact on EMEA workforce strategies

Benefits are applicable in the Czech Republic. For other countries, the benefits package will be specified during the recruitment process.

Salary Conditions Applicable in the Slovak Republic (Gross)

EUR 3,760/month

Plus an annual bonus of 15%. The stated gross monthly salary represents the minimum salary level. The actual salary will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will be specified during the personal interview.

Publication date : 2026-10-05