Supply Chain Buyer
Job Location:
Mount Pleasant, TX - USA
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Job Summary
Location:
Mount Pleasant Pennsylvania United States of AmericaJob ID:
R0140903Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):
Customer Service & Contact Center OperationsJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The Opportunity
Are you passionate about driving supply chain excellence and ensuring critical materials arrive on time to support business success Hitachi Energy is seeking a Supply Chain Buyer to play a key role in managing supplier relationships maintaining material flow and supporting operational performance across our manufacturing organization.
In this role you will oversee the end-to-end purchasing process while working closely with suppliers planning manufacturing and cross-functional teams to ensure material availability resolve supply challenges and optimize inventory levels. You will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on operational efficiency supplier performance and customer satisfaction by proactively managing procurement activities and identifying continuous improvement opportunities. If you thrive in a collaborative fast-paced environment and enjoy solving complex supply chain challenges we would love to hear from you.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations procedures and guidelines.
How Youll Make an Impact
Manage the end-to-end purchase order process including creation transmission acknowledgement maintenance and closure of purchase orders.
Monitor supplier commitments and proactively follow up on open orders to ensure on-time delivery.
Support production requirements by managing shortages material escalations and critical supply situations.
Collaborate with suppliers to resolve delivery quantity documentation invoicing and quality-related issues.
Maintain accurate purchasing data within ERP systems including lead times confirmations delivery schedules and purchasing information records.
Coordinate with Planning and Manufacturing teams to prioritize material needs and mitigate potential supply risks.
Monitor supplier operational performance including on-time delivery responsiveness and adherence to commitments.
Support inventory optimization initiatives by balancing material availability and inventory levels.
Drive continuous improvement activities related to procurement processes supplier communication and operational efficiency.
Your Background
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Administration Procurement or a related field.
2-5 years of experience in procurement purchasing buying or supply chain roles.
Experience managing purchase orders and supplier relationships in a manufacturing or operations environment.
Proficiency with procurement and ERP systems such as SAP Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics.
Strong negotiation communication and relationship management skills.
Solid understanding of supply chain inventory management and purchasing principles.
More About Us
At Hitachi Energy we are advancing the worlds energy system to be more sustainable flexible and secure.
We foster an inclusive and collaborative culture where diverse perspectives help drive innovation and success.
We invest in our people through global career opportunities professional development programs and meaningful work that makes a lasting impact.
What We Offer
Comprehensive Health Coverage Medical dental vision and prescription plans
Retirement Savings 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
Paid Time Off Flexible PTO paid holidays
Professional Growth Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
Family Support Parental leave adoption assistance and fertility benefits
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Equal Employment Opportunity
Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including females minorities protected veterans and individuals
with disabilities.
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