Tender Project Procurement Specialist

hitachi; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) Program with generous match

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC is seeking a Project Procurement Specialist in Raleigh, NC. You will manage end-to-end procurement for large EPC programs, leading PPPs, RFI/RFQ activities, and critical supplier engagements to ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery.

You will collaborate with Project Management, Engineering, and Finance across global supply chains, leveraging SAP/Oracle ERP, Primavera P6, and Power BI to optimize cost, schedule, and quality. Domestic travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of supply chain or procurement experience within project environments (EPC, grid integration, utilities).
• Experience managing large-scale procurement plans and supplier quality processes (ITPs/FAT/SAT/NCR).
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle) and analytics tools (Power BI, Excel).
• Fluency in English, willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage Project Procurement Plans (PPP) aligned with project schedules.
• Support RFI/RFQ activities and evaluations with cross-functional teams.
• Identify and mitigate supply, logistics, capacity, quality, and schedule risks.
• Coordinate sourcing, contracting, supplier communications, and negotiations.
• Execute expediting activities and drive recovery plans for On-Time Delivery.
• Oversee supplier quality activities, ITPS, FAT/SAT, NCR/SNCRP closure.

Skills

ERP systems

SAP/Oracle

Scheduling tools

Power BI

MS Project

Excel

Procurement

Project procurement

Supplier quality

English fluency

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Location

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Job ID

R0148028

Date Posted

2026-10-14

Company Name

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category)

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

Job Description

The Opportunity

A s a Project Procurement Specialist, you will play a key role in delivering large-scale EPC programs that support stronger, smarter, and greener power grids. In this role, you will manage end-to-end project procuremen t activities, from project handover sourcing strategy through project execution and closeout. You will own the Project Procurement Plan (PPP), support critical sourcing and supplier activities, drive On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance on critical equipment, and help ensure cost, schedule, and quality targets are achieved. Working closely with Project Management, Engineering, Project Controls, Construction, Quality, Legal, Fin ance, Category Management, and global supply chain teams, you will contribute to the successful delivery of power infrastructure projects. You will gain exposure to complex procurement planning, supplier quality processes, logistics coordination, scheduling, risk management, and project execution in a fast-paced environment. Your work will directly support the reliable delivery of equipment and services required to build and modernize power infrastructure that helps deliver affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Build and manage Project Procurement Plans (PPP) aligned with project schedules, engineering deliverables, and procurement milestones.
• Support RFI and RFQ activities and support technical and commercial evaluations in collaboration with Supply Chain, Project Management, and Engineering teams.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate supply, logistics, capacity, quality, and schedule risks throughout project execution.
• Support sourcing, contracting, supplier communication, and commercial negotiations for project-specific materials and services.
• Execute expediting activities, monitor supplier milestones, and drive recovery plans to support On-Time Delivery targets.
• Coordinate supplier quality activities, including ITPs, FAT/SAT requirements, documentation management, and NCR/SNCRP closure support.
• Publish procurement dashboards, monitor project performance metrics, and support continuous improvement and supplier performance initiatives.
• 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.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field; 5-8 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of supply chain or procurement experience within project environments such as EPC, grid integration, utilities, industrial, or similar industries.
• Proven track record managing large-scale procurement plans and supporting complex project delivery requirements.
• Hands-on experience with supplier quality processes, including ITPs, FAT/SAT, and NCR/SNCRP activities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle), scheduling tools (Primavera P6 or MS Project), and analytics tools such as Power BI and Excel.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal, with willingness to travel as required.

More About Us

• In this role, you will have opportunities to work across global supply chain networks, collaborate with experienced professionals, and build expertise supporting complex power industry projects.
• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy
• A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry
• Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• Financial Wellbeing: (Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance)
• Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance
• Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday)
• Permissive Time Off: No accrued hours, take the time you need
• Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not