Technical Buyer 80 100 (fmd)
Zürich - Switzerland
Job Summary
Location:
Zurich Zurich SwitzerlandJob ID:
R0122575Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):
Customer Service & Contact Center OperationsJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The opportunity
Hitachi Energy High Voltage Products is renowned worldwide as a specialist for power transmission and distribution. The Service unit is responsible for the worldwide after sales support of generator circuit-breaker (GCB) systems and gas insulated switchgears (GIS) including training installation and commissioning scheduled maintenance added value services troubleshooting extensions retrofits and replacements.
As a Technical Buyer you act as a key interface between Procurement Engineering Quality and our global supplier network. You ensure that technically specified materials components and services are clearly defined technically clarified qualified and available in line with project quality and delivery requirements.
Through close crossfunctional collaboration you translate engineering requirements into robust sourcing solutions and support supplier qualification and technical alignment. Your role contributes directly to product quality supply reliability and operational excellence enabling Hitachi Energy to deliver innovative and sustainable energy solutions to our customers worldwide.
How youll make an impact
Perform technical clarification of materials drawings specifications and engineering changes in close collaboration with Engineering and suppliers
Support and coordinate Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities first samples and supplier qualification processes
Conduct technical evaluations of alternative materials deviation requests and obsolescence cases
Collaborate closely with Strategic and Operational Buyers on supplier- and material-related topics
Support the handling of supplier complaints NonConformity Reports (NCRs) and root cause analyses
Support and participate in supplier assessments and technical supplier evaluations including capability quality and process maturity reviews
Contribute to supplier performance evaluations together with Quality and Strategic Procurement
Ensure accuracy and completeness of material and supplier master data in SAP and act as the technical contact point during supplier escalations
Support Service Organization and Project Teams in complex or urgent procurement topics
Your background
Completed technical education (e.g. Polymechanic Automation Technician Mechanical Technician Design Engineer or similar)
3-5 years experience in technical procurement or SCMrelated roles
Strong understanding of technical drawings Bill of Material and manufacturing processes
Experience working with suppliers on technical and qualityrelated topics
Structured solutionoriented and communicative working style
Good German skills and very good English skills
SAP knowledge
Proactive structured and solution-focused working style.
Team oriented mindset with strong cross-functional collaboration
More about us
Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
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