Global Category Manager: Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Flexible PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Fertility benefits

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in the United States is seeking a HUB Category Manager to build resilient, cost-efficient supply chains and lead sourcing strategies across assigned categories.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, R&D, supply chain, and commercial teams to optimize costs, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights and supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, or supply chain management.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing strategy development, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations.
• Demonstrated success influencing stakeholders and leading cross-functional collaboration in a global environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with experience leveraging data to drive business outcomes.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category sourcing strategies that support business objectives and long-term growth.
• Analyze market dynamics, supplier landscapes, spend data, and cost drivers to identify strategic opportunities.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management activities to maximize value and ensure favorable commercial outcomes.
• Align supply capabilities with business demand to support continuity, capacity planning, and operational excellence.
• Drive cost optimization, productivity improvements, and risk mitigation initiatives across assigned categories.
• Monitor supplier performance and lead continuous improvement plans to enhance quality, delivery, and reliability.
• Partner with cross-functional teams globally to ensure sourcing strategies support operational and commercial priorities.
• Support strategic initiatives, including new product introductions, bid activities, product development, and innovation programs.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Supplier relationship management

Contract negotiations

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder influence

Global operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

CIPS/CPSM certification preferred

Job description

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in the United States is seeking a HUB Category Manager to build resilient, cost-efficient supply chains and lead sourcing strategies across assigned categories.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, R&D, supply chain, and commercial teams to optimize costs, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights and supplier relationships.