Procurement Specialist

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Jefferson City, Missouri seeks a Procurement Specialist to lead strategic sourcing for direct materials, manage supplier partnerships, and drive cost competitiveness within manufacturing operations.

You will oversee a small procurement team, coach talent, and collaborate across production, engineering, quality, and supply chain, using SAP to deliver results while maintaining compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Experience using SAP to manage procurement and purchasing processes.
• Previous leadership experience with direct responsibility for 2-3+ team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for direct materials, components, and manufacturing-related services.
• Utilize SAP to support purchasing, supplier management, and procurement reporting.
• Drive supplier performance improvements related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost.
• Lead sourcing initiatives, negotiations, and contract discussions to maximize value and reduce risk.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Analyze procurement and supplier data to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Team leadership

Negotiation

Cost reduction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America

Job Schedule

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

Join Hitachi Energy as a Procurement Specialist and help drive operational excellence through strategic sourcing, supplier partnerships, and people leadership. This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional who is passionate about delivering results, building high-performing teams, and creating value across the supply chain. You will lead procurement activities that directly support our manufacturing operations, ensuring material availability, supplier performance, and cost competitiveness. Working closely with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain partners, you will play a key role in balancing business priorities while maintaining strong supplier relationships and driving continuous improvement. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines. In this leadership role, you will oversee a small procurement team, providing coaching, guidance, and development opportunities while remaining actively involved in strategic sourcing and supplier management activities. Your expertise in procurement processes, SAP systems, and team leadership will help strengthen supply chain performance and support Hitachi Energy's commitment to delivering innovative energy solutions around the world. If you enjoy solving complex challenges, developing talent, and making a measurable impact in a collaborative manufacturing environment, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a global industry leader.

How you'll make an impact

• Manage procurement activities for direct materials, components, and manufacturing-related services.
• Utilize SAP to support purchasing, supplier management, and procurement reporting activities.
• Drive supplier performance improvements related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost.
• Lead sourcing initiatives, negotiations, and contract discussions to maximize value and reduce risk.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Analyze procurement and supplier data to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Your background Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using SAP to manage procurement and purchasing processes.
• Previous leadership experience with direct responsibility for 2-3 or more team members.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

More about us

Hitachi Energy is advancing a more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy future for customers around the world.

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We offer continuous development, leadership growth opportunities, and the potential for rewarding global career paths.

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