Strategic Category Manager – Global Sourcing

Hitachi Energy; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth

Family Support

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Mount Pleasant is seeking a HUB Category Manager to shape sustainable sourcing strategies and lead procurement initiatives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure strong supplier performance and reliability in the supply chain.

Your role includes analyzing market trends, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost optimization. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and over 7 years of experience in procurement or category management. Join us!

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in procurement or category management.
• Strong understanding of sourcing strategies and supplier management.
• Professional certifications (CIPS, CPSM) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category sourcing strategies.
• Analyze market trends and spend data.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Drive cost reduction and risk mitigation initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical mindset

Sourcing strategies

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field

Job description

Hitachi Energy in Mount Pleasant is seeking a HUB Category Manager to shape sustainable sourcing strategies and lead procurement initiatives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure strong supplier performance and reliability in the supply chain.

Your role includes analyzing market trends, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost optimization. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and over 7 years of experience in procurement or category management. Join us!