Senior Purchasing Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. in Jefferson City, Missouri is seeking a Senior Purchasing Manager to lead factory-level purchasing and procurement activities, ensuring material availability and aligning sourcing with production goals.

The role emphasizes developing strategies, improving supplier performance, and mentoring a high-performing team within a global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• 10+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Proven leadership in procurement teams and cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end procure-to-pay processes.
• Experience with SAP and ERP systems in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end purchasing for direct materials, indirect spend, and factory services.
• Ensure material availability to meet production schedules.
• Develop sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including India-based support.
• Use SAP and ERP systems to manage procurement transactions and reporting.
• Lead and develop a high-performing purchasing team.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Supplier relationships

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Business/Engineering

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America

Job ID: R0145041

Date Posted: 2026-09-16

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

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.

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