Subcontractors Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Paid leave

Flexible work arrangements

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

A technology solutions firm is seeking a Subcontractors Manager in Raleigh, North Carolina. This role involves managing sourcing and commercial activities for contracted services tied to substations. The candidate will negotiate contracts, oversee supplier performance, and ensure compliance with regulations. Strong experience in E&C procurement, contract negotiation, and risk management is essential. Attractive benefits and opportunities for career development are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in E&C procurement and negotiation of medium to large contracts (2–10 MUSD).
• Understanding of contractual frameworks and risk mitigation techniques.
• Knowledge of German E&C market and subcontractors.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and procurement methodologies.
• Proficient with MS Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Implement sourcing strategies aligned with business strategy.
• Negotiate agreements and manage supplier performance.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks.
• On-board new suppliers, run evaluations, and provide performance reports.
• Support regional/global sourcing initiatives; track supplier performance to PO requirements.

Skills

E&C procurement

Contract negotiation

Risk identification

Market analysis

MS Excel

Communication skills

Tools

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Power BI

Power BI

Job description

.Subcontractors Manager page is loaded## Subcontractors Managerlocations: Raleigh, North Carolina, United Statestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0112766**Location:**Raleigh, North Carolina, United States**Job ID:**R0112766**Date Posted:**2026-02-11**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY USA INC**Profession (Job Category):**Customer Service & Contact Center Operations**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:**## The OpportunityYou will support Hitachi Energy’s Grid Integration business by managing the sourcing and commercial activities for contracted services tied to substations, including civil works and erection. In this Tecno‑Commercial, individual‑contributor role, you will plan and run sourcing strategies, negotiate agreements with main contractors, establish and maintain supplier frameworks, and oversee supplier performance across bids, quotations, and project execution. You will also manage purchase orders under defined thresholds, monitor delivery to requirements, and drive cost‑out and benchmarking initiatives that help the business meet its financial targets.By identifying and mitigating contractual risks, adapting corporate contractual frameworks to local needs, and fostering clear communication with internal teams and external E&C companies, your work helps projects land on time, within budget, and to expected quality—supporting reliable grid infrastructure build‑outs and upgrades. Along the way, you’ll sharpen your negotiation and contract management craft, deepen your understanding of E&C supply markets (including Germany), and partner closely with sales/tender, engineering, and SCM colleagues to keep projects moving with speed and clarity.## ## How You’ll Make an Impact* Implement sourcing strategies for the Contracted Services category aligned with business strategy.* Negotiate agreements with main contractors and renew price lists, terms, and conditions.* Establish and maintain supplier agreements; standardize terms and select contractors with a focus on quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.* On‑board new suppliers, run regular evaluations, and provide performance reports to businesses and category managers.* Run benchmarking studies and design cost‑out programs/processes to reach financial targets.* Create local amendments to frame agreements; adapt corporate contractual frameworks to local business needs and oversee ongoing contract management.* Identify and mitigate contractual risks via contractor risk reviews; align risk profiles to the project risk matrix and follow up on mitigation plans.* Support regional/global sourcing initiatives; run regional sourcing under thresholds, initiate POs, confirm deliveries, and track supplier performance to PO requirements.* Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.## ## Your Background* Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.* Experience in E&C procurement and negotiation of medium to large contracts (2–10 MUSD).* Understanding of contractual frameworks and their applicability and risks (Turnkey), plus knowledge of risk identification and mitigation.* Knowledge of the German E&C market, subcontractors, and market drivers.* Knowledge of category management techniques (market analysis, SWOT, Purchasing chessboard, Kraljic Matrix) and procurement methodologies.* Familiarity with quality methodologies such as Six Sigma; excellent communication skills; able to work independently with limited information; proficient with MS Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Power BI.## In this role, you will collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering, commercial, and SCM functions while growing your contract, sourcing, and risk management skills on grid projects that matter.* Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy* A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry* Access to learning platforms and career development programs* Attractive health and retirement benefits* Paid leave and flexible work arrangements***Equal Employment Opportunity*** ***(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities***## Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.## ## This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.