Category Manager

Raleigh, WV - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location:

Remote - North Carolina United States

Job ID:

R0117025

Date Posted:

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

Join Hitachi Energy as a Category Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of power grid transformation across North America. This remote opportunity puts you at the heart of innovation driving procurement excellence and supplier performance for our largest business line. Youll collaborate with cross-functional teams influence sourcing strategies and lead initiatives that directly impact cost quality and delivery performance. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations procedures and guidelines.

If youre passionate about supply chain strategy data-driven decision-making and building strong supplier relationships this is your chance to make a real impact in a global organization committed to sustainability safety and integrity.

How Youll Make an Impact

Translate global category strategies into actionable regional plans.
Lead total cost of ownership sourcing and risk mitigation activities.
Negotiate contracts and service level agreements with regional suppliers.
Collaborate with engineering to drive technical cost reductions and standardization.
Analyze market trends commodity spend and supplier performance.
Communicate sourcing strategies and results across regional factories.
Drive regional supply chain projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Resolve critical supplier issues and ensure contract compliance.
Travel up to 25% within North America to engage with suppliers and internal teams.

Your Background

Bachelors degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering Supply Chain Management or a related field.
Minimum 7 years of experience in category management or strategic sourcing with direct materials.
Proven experience in strategic sourcing or category management.
Strong analytical skills and experience with cost breakdowns and benchmarks.
Ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders.
Familiarity with ERP systems and supplier performance metrics.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy were committed to powering a sustainable future through innovation and collaboration.
Youll be part of a diverse inclusive team with opportunities to grow your career globally.
We offer flexible work arrangements continuous learning and a culture that values safety integrity and respect.

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Required Experience:

Manager

Location:Remote - North Carolina United StatesJob ID: R0117025Date Posted:Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Customer Service & Contact Center OperationsJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:YesJob Description:Join Hitachi Energy as a Category Manager and play a pivotal role in shap...