HUB Category Manager

Hitachi•Mount Pleasant, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity Step into the role of HUB Category Manager located at the Mount Pleasant, PA site and drive impactful procurement strategies that shape the future of sustainable energy. You’ll lead assigned spend categories with short- and medium-term sourcing strategies that ensure compliance, resilience, and sustainability—meeting total cost of ownership and supply performance targets. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines. How You’ll Make an Impact Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business goals. Negotiate contracts and service level agreements to meet factory expectations. Control contract usage and maintain accuracy in local ERP systems. Define and guide Supplier Management activities with Supply Quality and Development teams. Collaborate with factories and stakeholders to support bidding, DtV, and R&D initiatives. Launch projects to reduce total cost of ownership and mitigate risks. Review and approve team operations for compliance and quality. Ensure alignment with Hitachi Energy, BU, and HBU regulations and procedures. Your Background Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field. 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement. Strong negotiation and contract management skills. Knowledge of ERP systems and supplier management processes. Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and teams. Familiarity with compliance standards and risk mitigation strategies. More About Us At Hitachi Energy, we’re committed to advancing a sustainable energy future. We offer global career growth, continuous learning, and development opportunities. Join a diverse, collaborative team driving innovation and impact worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Protected veterans and 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 general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Knowledge of ERP systems and supplier management processes.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and teams.
Familiarity with compliance standards and risk mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business goals.
Negotiate contracts and service level agreements to meet factory expectations.
Control contract usage and maintain accuracy in local ERP systems.
Define and guide Supplier Management activities with Supply Quality and Development teams.
Collaborate with factories and stakeholders to support bidding, DtV, and R&D initiatives.
Launch projects to reduce total cost of ownership and mitigate risks.
Review and approve team operations for compliance and quality.
Ensure alignment with Hitachi Energy, BU, and HBU regulations and procedures.