Purchasing Supervisor

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Alamo (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Alamo, Tennessee seeks a Purchasing Team Leader to oversee plant procurement and supplier relationships, driving cost efficiency and alignment with business goals.

You will guide a team, develop sourcing strategies, and collaborate across planning, inventory, and operations to improve performance and achieve operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in manufacturing procurement or supply chain roles.
• Experience leading purchasing, procurement, or supply chain activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of buyers for plant purchasing activities.
• Build strong supplier partnerships and negotiate favorable terms.
• Review contracts and POs for policy compliance.
• Oversee procurement for materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Collaborate with Planning and Inventory to identify cost savings.
• Resolve supplier concerns and manage vendor performance.
• Evaluate bids, proposals, and sourcing strategies.
• Monitor market trends and departmental budgets.

Skills

Team leadership

Negotiation

Supplier management

Procurement

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Job description

About Us

At Hitachi Energy, you'll be part of a global team advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.

Job Description

The Opportunity

Are you ready to lead a high-impact purchasing team and help drive operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Hitachi Energy in Alamo, Tennessee is looking for a Purchasing Team Leader to oversee procurement activities that support our manufacturing operations and supply chain performance.

In this role, you will guide a team of purchasing professionals, build strong supplier partnerships, and help ensure materials and services are delivered efficiently, cost-effectively, and in alignment with business objectives. You'll collaborate across planning, inventory, operations, and leadership teams to develop sourcing strategies, improve supplier performance, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional who thrives on leading teams, driving results, and influencing business success through strategic purchasing practices. If you are passionate about supply chain excellence and enjoy working in a collaborative environment where your ideas can make a difference, we want to hear from you.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead and support a team of buyers responsible for plant purchasing activities.
• Develop strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate favorable terms.
• Review purchasing contracts and purchase orders to ensure policy compliance.
• Manage procurement processes for materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Partner with Planning and Inventory teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Resolve supplier concerns and support effective vendor management.
• Evaluate bids, supplier proposals, and sourcing strategies.
• Monitor market trends, purchasing performance, and departmental budgets.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading purchasing, procurement, or supply chain activities.
• Knowledge of supplier management, sourcing, and contract administration.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, you'll be part of a global team advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.
• We invest in professional growth through continuous learning, leadership development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Our culture is built on safety, integrity, inclusion, and empowering people to make a meaningful impact every day.

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

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

with disabilities.