Purchasing and Customs Specialist

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The opportunity:

The Customs and Purchasing Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring efficient and compliant international trade operations at Hitachi Ltd. managing customs clearance processes driving effective global sourcing and purchasing strategies and building strong relationships with suppliers and regulatory authorities to support seamless and high-performing operations.

How youll make an impact:

• You will manage end-to-end customs clearance for imports and exports including documentation preparation regulatory compliance goods classification (HS codes) and accurate valuation.

• You will liaise with customs brokers and authorities while monitoring changes in trade regulations and advising stakeholders on impacts and required actions.

• You will develop and execute global purchasing strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness quality and timely delivery of materials and goods.

• You will negotiate supplier contracts and terms maintaining strong relationships to secure favorable pricing and service levels.

• You will conduct supplier performance reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams (logistics production finance) to support demand planning and supply continuity.

• You will maintain accurate records resolve customs and supply chain issues and continuously drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

• You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations procedures and guidelines.

• Living Hitachi Energys core values of safety and integrity which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background:

• You hold Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management International Business Logistics or a related field.

• 3-5 years of experience in customs brokerage import/export operations or international purchasing.

• In-depth knowledge of customs regulations (e.g. HTS classification valuation Incoterms free trade agreements; ERP; SAP). Customs Broker License or relevant certifications are a significant advantage.

• Strong negotiation and communication skills both written and verbal problem-solving abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint).

More about us:

At Hitachi Energy Vietnam we offer a suite of employee benefits to complement our pay offering supporting employees financial physical and mental wellbeing:

• 16 days annual leave flexible working policy.

• Benefit according to local standards: Heath-care insurance benefits to employees and their family dependents (spouse & children) annual vaccination summer outing.

• Growth possibility: Learning and development platform career movement opportunity within organization.

• Possibility to gain experience in international environment and work with an industry leader in green energy solutions.