Published: 04 June 2024
Zürich
80% – 100%
Unlimited employment
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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.
Committed to maintaining our technology leadership in fields such as ultra-high-voltage power transmission and smart grids, we are introducing the role of Strategic Buyer for Service at our organization within High Voltage products in Zurich. In this role, you will be responsible for procurement activities within your assigned area, the focus being on executing category strategies in support of our overall business objectives.
Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
Your responsibilities
Responsible for on-time-delivery performance and operational supplier quality
Responsible for processing orders, following up with suppliers, monitoring deliveries and processing of order deviations and complaints
Negotiate with supplier prices and delivery time
Create frame contracts to increase the price competitiveness and material availability
Procurement of components and assemblies
Ensure correct and precise master data including monitoring and adjusting system data, working on inventory reduction and handling of error messages
Collaboration with internal stakeholders such as Engineering, Project Management and Production as well as internal /external Supplier
Your background
Technical or commercial educational background, with further technical or commercial education
Several years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
Fluency in German, both written and spoken; good English skills are an asset
Solid expertise in SAP and MS Office