Operational Buyer

The OpportunityTo support the CH2106 GIS Supply Chain team by executing supply chain management activities in a timely and proactive manner, thereby ensuring the fulfillment of customer expectations and contributing to the unit’s overall profitability and operational efficiency.How You’ll Make An ImpactProcess purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders (POs) in accordance with company policies and procedures.Ensure timely placement of POs to meet operational and project requirements.Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery timelines, and worh on the Exception messages from SAP.Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues as needed.Track order status and ensure on-time delivery of goods and services.Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams for smooth receipt of materials.Collaborate with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices.Resolve invoice mismatches and payment issues in coordination with suppliers and internal stakeholders.Resolve the quality notifications assigned by the IQC team on timely Manner.Work closely with internal departments such as Planning, Engineering, Finance, and Quality to align procurement activities with business needs.Support cross-functional initiatives to improve the P2P process.Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost savings.Participate in initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and supplier collaboration.Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.Your BackgroundExcellent skills in Speaking, Reading and writing English languageGraduate in Engineering with minimum 3-5 years relevant experience in Procurement Function or as BuyerShould be familiar in working with SAP MM Module (Creating PR, PO etc.)Should possess strong leadership skills & Negotiation skills to convince Vendors & stakeholdersAbility to work under pressure to deliver the bought-out items on time, within cost and quality.Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.