Operational Buyer - Generator Circuit Breakers

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 98.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. is seeking a procurement and supply chain professional to support materials, services, and supplier partnerships for project execution.

You will gain hands-on exposure to purchasing, supplier management, logistics coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives in a global energy technology environment. The role emphasizes working with project teams, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure on-time, high-quality deliveries, while maintaining compliance

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience or exposure to procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with SAP and strong Excel skills.
• Understanding of supply chain, logistics, inventory management, and purchasing processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Review BOMs and issue RFQs to approved suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier proposals based on cost, delivery, lead times and terms.
• Create and manage POs in SAP with proper approvals.
• Track and expedite POs to maintain project schedules and material availability.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve delivery, quality, and supply issues.

Kenntnisse

SAP

Excel

Supply chain

Data analysis

Communication

Cross-functional

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, United States of America Job ID: R0148154 Date Posted: 2026-10-30 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Project/Program Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity Ready to launch or grow your career in procurement and supply chain? Join Hitachi Energy and play a key role in ensuring the materials, services, and supplier partnerships that keep our projects moving forward. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where you’ll gain hands-on experience across purchasing, supplier management, logistics coordination, and operational excellence. You’ll work closely with project teams, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to help deliver critical solutions on time and with quality at the forefront. From sourcing materials and managing purchase orders to solving supplier challenges and supporting continuous improvement initiatives, your contributions will directly support project success and customer satisfaction. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines. If you enjoy problem-solving, building relationships, and working with data to drive informed decisions, this role offers a strong foundation for professional growth within a global technology leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future.

How you’ll make an impact

• Review Bills of Material (BOMs) and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to approved suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier proposals based on cost, delivery, lead times, and commercial terms.
• Create and manage Purchase Orders (POs) in SAP while ensuring proper approval processes.
• Track and expedite purchase orders to maintain project schedules and material availability.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve delivery, quality, and supply issues.
• Coordinate shipment schedules and proactively communicate potential delays to stakeholders.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
• Support supplier performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.

Your background

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience, internship exposure, or academic knowledge in procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Understanding of supply chain, logistics, inventory management, and purchasing processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.

More about us

Join a global leader shaping the future of sustainable energy through innovation, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology. Grow your career with access to learning opportunities, professional development programs, and internal mobility across a worldwide organization. Be part of an inclusive and supportive culture where diverse perspectives are valued and every team member can make a meaningful impact.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment Opportunity

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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Hitachi vision

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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