Senior Purchasing Manager

Hitachi Energy; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Missouri seeks a Senior Purchasing Manager to lead factory-level purchasing and procurement activities, ensuring production continuity and superior supplier performance. You will drive sourcing strategies, manage direct materials and services, and mentor a high-performing team across global functions including India.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and finance to balance cost, quality, and delivery, utilizing SAP and ERP systems to streamline

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 10+ years in procurement/purchasing in manufacturing.
• Leadership experience managing procurement teams and cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end procure-to-pay processes (sourcing, PO management, supplier management, receiving, invoicing).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end purchasing for direct materials, indirect spend, and factory services.
• Ensure material availability to support production schedules.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies optimizing cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance.
• Build partnerships with local, regional, and global suppliers; manage negotiations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, finance and operations to align procurement with business goals.
• Utilize SAP and other ERP systems to manage procurement transactions and reporting.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of purchasing professionals.
• Coordinate with global support teams to improve efficiency and service delivery.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Sourcing strategy

P2P processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Engineering/Business

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Step into a leadership role where your expertise drives operational excellence and supports the future of sustainable energy. As a Senior Purchasing Manager at Hitachi Energy, you will lead factory-level purchasing and procurement activities that are critical to maintaining production continuity and achieving business objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to influence sourcing strategies, strengthen supplier partnerships, and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

In this role, you will oversee purchasing operations for direct materials and services, ensuring the right materials are available at the right time while balancing quality, cost, and delivery expectations. You will collaborate closely with manufacturing, engineering, operations, and global sourcing teams, including support teams based in India, to create efficient and scalable procurement processes. Your leadership will help develop a high-performing team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

If you are passionate about procurement leadership, supplier relationship management, and developing people while driving measurable business results, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact within a global organization.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Lead end-to-end purchasing activities for direct materials, indirect spend, and factory services.
• Ensure material availability to support production schedules and operational requirements.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance.
• Build strong partnerships with local, regional, and global suppliers while managing commercial negotiations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, finance, and operations teams to align procurement objectives with business goals.
• Utilize SAP and other ERP systems to manage procurement transactions, reporting, and process improvements.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of purchasing professionals while fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.
• Partner effectively with global support teams, including colleagues in India, to improve efficiency and service delivery.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
• 10+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership experience managing or leading procurement teams and cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of the end-to-end procure-to-pay process, including sourcing, purchase order management, supplier management, receiving, and invoicing.
• Experience working with SAP and other ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation, supplier relationship management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, you'll have access to ongoing learning, leadership development, and career growth opportunities within a global organization.
• Join a diverse and collaborative team committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and operational excellence.
• Be part of a culture that values inclusion, continuous improvement, and empowering people to make a meaningful impact every day.