Location:Sevlievo, Gabrovo, BulgariaJob ID: R0116979Date Posted:2026-01-14Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY BULGARIA EOODProfession (Job Category):Customer Service &amp; Contact Center OperationsJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The Opportunity Hitachi Energy is currently looking for person leading a team of procurement specialists to execute purchasing and logistics strategies that support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products. Ensure execution in accordance with Company and Supply Chain Management (SCM) instructions and procedures.  How you`ll make an impact:<ul><li>Sourcing strategy: Implements effective sourcing strategies in line with business strategy and regional/global Continuous Improvement Process Sourcing (CIPS) strategy to ensure that suppliers have the capability and capacity to meet current and future business requirements. Ensures all relevant parties understand strategies and execute processes accordingly. Ensures alignment between local SCM activities and the SCM centers;</li></ul><ul><li>Process - In accordance with Group SCM guidelines and local Division/Business Unit objectives, implements programs to drive improvement in cost, quality and delivery. Secures full utilization of Pro-Supply global supplier relationship management platform according to relevant procedure, both related to sharing of supplier information and to finding existing high performing suppliers to Hitachi Energy;</li></ul><ul><li>Procurement - Manages planning and tracking of procurement activities, cost budgets, emerging country spending and savings forecasts. Ensures buyers minimize risk regarding quality and financial exposure by buying in accordance with quality and commercial procedures and in accordance with Company guidelines;  </li><li>Monitoring - Monitors the Supply Chain management processes and activities. Pro-actively works to resolve issues related to procurement cost, quality and delivery. Monitors and reports internal and supplier performance (KPIs), quality issues and development actions. Supports conformance to Hitachi Energy Bulgaria EOOD Supply Chain Management metrics;</li></ul><ul><li>Supplier agreements - Leverages CIPS category teams locally, regionally and globally to ensure appropriate supplier selection. Defines and establishes local standard agreements with all major local suppliers. Provides and maintains standard terms in purchase contracts/terms and conditions in line with Company directives and guidelines;</li></ul><ul><li>People leadership and development - Ensures (with HR Manager support) that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed, skilled and directed. Guides, motivates and develops direct and indirect subordinates within HR policies and Group Supply Chain Management excellence guidelines (knowledge management, functional training, etc.). Responsible for coordinating SCM talent management and succession planning within assigned area.  </li></ul>Your background:<ul><li>Degree in Business Administration / Engineering;</li><li>&gt;5 y experiences in an industrial environment;</li><li>Experienced in International Strategic Sourcing with Strategy Definition and Execution (Result);</li><li>Experienced in Supplier Management (Senior Level);</li><li>Analytic Leader, Good Communicator, Hands on minded;</li><li>Ability to motivate the team members in in a complex matrix environment;</li><li>Experienced in intercultural  multi-business environment;</li><li>Fluent English - written and spoken.</li></ul>What we offer<ul><li>13th salary;</li><li>Monthly food vouchers;</li><li>Supplementary health insurance;</li><li>Organized transport;</li><li>Additional bonuses.</li></ul> More about us  Join Hitachi Energy and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy! You will also be accountable to ensure compliance with applicable external &amp; internal regulations, procedures &amp; guidelines.<h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Supply Chain Manager

Location:Sevlievo, Gabrovo, BulgariaJob ID: R0116979Date Posted:2026-01-14Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY BULGARIA EOODProfession (Job Category):Customer Service &amp; Contact Center OperationsJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The Opportunity Hitachi Energy is currently looking for person leading a team of procurement specialists to execute purchasing and logistics strategies that support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products. Ensure execution in accordance with Company and Supply Chain Management (SCM) instructions and procedures. &nbsp;How you`ll make an impact:<ul><li>Sourcing strategy: Implements effective sourcing strategies in line with business strategy and regional/global Continuous Improvement Process Sourcing (CIPS) strategy to ensure that suppliers have the capability and capacity to meet current and future business requirements. Ensures all relevant parties understand strategies and execute processes accordingly. Ensures alignment between local SCM activities and the SCM centers;</li></ul><ul><li>Process - In accordance with Group SCM guidelines and local Division/Business Unit objectives, implements programs to drive improvement in cost, quality and delivery. Secures full utilization of Pro-Supply global supplier relationship management platform according to relevant procedure, both related to sharing of supplier information and to finding existing high performing suppliers to Hitachi Energy;</li></ul><ul><li>Procurement - Manages planning and tracking of procurement activities, cost budgets, emerging country spending and savings forecasts. Ensures buyers minimize risk regarding quality and financial exposure by buying in accordance with quality and commercial procedures and in accordance with Company guidelines; &nbsp;</li><li>Monitoring - Monitors the Supply Chain management processes and activities. Pro-actively works to resolve issues related to procurement cost, quality and delivery. Monitors and reports internal and supplier performance (KPIs), quality issues and development actions. Supports conformance to Hitachi Energy Bulgaria EOOD Supply Chain Management metrics;</li></ul><ul><li>Supplier agreements - Leverages CIPS category teams locally, regionally and globally to ensure appropriate supplier selection. Defines and establishes local standard agreements with all major local suppliers. Provides and maintains standard terms in purchase contracts/terms and conditions in line with Company directives and guidelines;</li></ul><ul><li>People leadership and development - Ensures (with HR Manager support) that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed, skilled and directed. Guides, motivates and develops direct and indirect subordinates within HR policies and Group Supply Chain Management excellence guidelines (knowledge management, functional training, etc.). Responsible for coordinating SCM talent management and succession planning within assigned area. &nbsp;</li></ul>Your background:<ul><li>Degree in Business Administration / Engineering;</li><li>&gt;5 y experiences in an industrial environment;</li><li>Experienced in International Strategic Sourcing with Strategy Definition and Execution (Result);</li><li>Experienced in Supplier Management (Senior Level);</li><li>Analytic Leader, Good Communicator, Hands on minded;</li><li>Ability to motivate the team members in in a complex matrix environment;</li><li>Experienced in intercultural&nbsp; multi-business environment;</li><li>Fluent English - written and spoken.</li></ul>What we offer<ul><li>13th salary;</li><li>Monthly food vouchers;</li><li>Supplementary health insurance;</li><li>Organized transport;</li><li>Additional bonuses.</li></ul> More about us&nbsp; Join Hitachi Energy and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy! You will also be accountable to ensure compliance with applicable external &amp; internal regulations, procedures &amp; guidelines.<h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

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