Supply Chain Management Team Lead

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Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity for Supply Chain Management Team Lead in the are you ready to take your procurement expertise to the next level in a dynamic project-driven environment to drive excellence across sourcing project execution compliance and team development.

Location: Ireland Remote with some travel to Dublin

(Please note we are unable to provide visa support for this position)

How youll make an impact:

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead coach and mentor SCM team members to foster a high-performance culture.
• Promote understanding and implementation of SCM processes aligned with global standards.
• Ensure the team is skilled motivated and strategically aligned with project goals.

Tender Sourcing & Project Procurement

• Develop and execute Tender Sourcing Plans (TSP) and Project Procurement Plans (PPP).
• Participate in tender meetings identify sourcing opportunities and manage supplier qualifications.
• Lead negotiations and ensure purchase orders align with contract conditions and project timelines.

Performance & Cost Management

• Achieve cost reduction and avoidance targets.
• Maintain sourcing schedules and provide monthly procurement performance reports.
• Monitor supplier delivery quality and compliance with health safety and ethics standards.

Issue Resolution & Compliance

• Resolve supplier-related issues and manage procurement claims.
• Coordinate with finance on payment processes and ensure adherence to local procedures.

Process Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor SCM KPIs and supplier performance.
• Conduct regular procurement reviews and support tactical decision-making.
• Identify and share best practices across the organization.

Your Background:

• Masters or Bachelors degree in Engineering Business Administration or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in tailored equipment procurement and complex contract processes.
• Proven expertise inSAP.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal); comfortable working across cultures and countries.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong commercial and legal purchasing knowledge.
• Excellent communication negotiation and influencing skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a sense of ownership and accountability.
• Structured team-oriented and results-driven.
• Analytical thinker with problem-solving capabilities.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• 24 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Excellent company pension and wide-ranging benefits schemes.
• Top quality H&S culture alongside comprehensive training and personal development programmes.
• Up to 15% annual bonus scheme
• Inclusive Work Environment: We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

More about us

We offer fantastic opportunities to work on dynamic high-impact and cutting-edge industry initiatives that are making a crucial impact to society whilst also offering the vibrancy of working within a world-leading global organization.

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