Procurement Entry Professional

Hitachi•South Boston, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity is perfect for someone who enjoys working with data, building supplier relationships, and driving smart purchasing decisions. As a Procurement & Purchasing Specialist, you will help ensure the right materials are available at the right time, cost, and quality—directly supporting operational success and customer satisfaction. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, sharpen your negotiation skills, and gain valuable exposure to end-to-end procurement processes in a dynamic environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and enjoy balancing analytical thinking with relationship management, this role offers an exciting platform to grow your career. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or 1–2 years of purchasing or procurement experience
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
High attention to detail with solid organizational skills
Effective communication and presentation capabilities

Nice To Haves

Experience with MRP or ERP systems preferred

Responsibilities

Manage purchase requests aligned with technical, cost, and delivery requirements
Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely replenishment
Collaborate with operations, engineering, and category teams to forecast demand
Create and track purchase orders and supplier communications
Maintain accurate ERP system data related to deliveries and transactions
Coordinate with quality teams to verify product compliance and resolve issues
Track supplier performance and support improvement actions
Ensure timely receipt of goods and accurate invoice processing