Transport, Trade & Logistics Specialist

H-E Parts; Dammam; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee and enhance procurement operations. This role demands a collaborative leader with extensive experience in the power industry, capable of driving process improvements and leading a skilled team. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a degree in engineering, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in procurement activities in the power/energy/manufacturing industry.
• CPSM or PMP certifications preferred.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English required.

Responsibilities

• Manage execution and tracking of procurement activities.
• Coach and mentor the functional work team.
• Investigate problems and recommend improvements to PL processes.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Collaborative

Results Orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

Location:

Dammam, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia

Job ID:

R0085302

Date Posted:

2025-04-09

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Managing execution and tracking of procurement activities within the team, while ensuring quality of delivery service at improved transactional cost and ensures buyers minimize risk regarding quality and financial exposure by buying in accordance with quality and commercial procedures and in accordance with Company guidelines.

How you’ll make an impact

• Process and ensures the accurate application of Group PL guidelines and local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to drive improvement in cost, quality, delivery and working capital (payment terms, lead times, order quantities and purchased material inventory), Proposes improvements to Standard Operating Procedures wherever opportunities for optimization are detected.
• Coaching and mentoring Coaches and mentors the functional work team. Ensures that the team has appropriate skills and competencies to coordinate the PL activities.
• PL technology (systems and tools) executes the implementation, operation, maintenance and performance of Supply Chain systems in coordination with CSS Procurement Center, secures full utilization of SAP Ariba global supplier relationship management platform according to relevant procedure, both related to sharing of supplier information and to finding existing high performing suppliers to Hitachi Energy.
• Problem solving investigates problems, finds root causes and recommends improvement to existing and planned PL processes.
• People leadership and development and ensures (with HRBP support) that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed, skilled and directed. Guides, motivates and develops direct and indirect subordinates within HR policies and Group Procurement & Logistics excellence guidelines (knowledge management, functional training, etc.). Responsible for coordinating PL talent management and succession planning within assigned area.
• 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

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineer is preferred.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in managing procurement activities in power/energy/manufacturing industry.
• CPSM or PMP certifications, SAP Experience, Documentation Management Systems, Power BI, and proficiency with Microsoft Office is preferred.
• Collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.
• Proven knowledge in P2P process and system.
• Results orientation with proven implementation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to influence and persuade.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently daily and compliance and ethics oriented.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

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