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Hitachi Energy · 5 hours ago

Category Manager for Service (NAM)

Mount Pleasant, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, committed to optimizing energy assets for a sustainable future. The Category Manager will shape sourcing strategies, drive supplier partnerships, and ensure compliance with regulations while managing supply chain risks in the power grid sector.

EnergyManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and implement long-term sourcing strategies for direct and indirect categories across North America

Streamline price negotiations and drive cost-reduction initiatives with fairness and transparency

Negotiate contracts and service level agreements with suppliers

Conduct market analysis and supplier benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities and foster innovation

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing and high service standards

Drive supplier performance through strategic planning, pricing discussions, and regular reviews for SLA adherence

Partner cross-functionally to guide category activities and promote continuous improvement

Manage and mitigate supply chain risks, including regulatory, quality, and geopolitical concerns

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

Qualification

Strategic sourcingCategory managementProcurement processesSAP AribaRisk managementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsCross-functional collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a related field

Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing and category management, preferably in energy, industrial, or infrastructure sectors

Solid understanding of procurement processes, supplier lifecycle management, and contract requirements

Proficiency in procurement tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, SAP 4 HANA)

Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Experience with risk management, supplier audits, and compliance with global standards (e.g., ISO, REACH, RoHS)

Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States

Benefits

Health Care: medical, dental, vision, etc.

Financial Wellbeing: Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance

Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance

Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday).

Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms.