Procurement Specialist

Location:

Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America Job ID:

R0126510

Date Posted:

2026-04-23

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No Job Description:

The opportunity Join Hitachi Energy and play a critical role in powering progress through smart, ethical, and value‑driven procurement. As a Procurement Specialist, you will help ensure our operations run smoothly by sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing the goods and services that drive our manufacturing and project success. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of strategy and execution—partnering closely with engineering, production, supply chain, and project teams to translate business needs into effective procurement solutions. You will navigate a dynamic, fast‑paced environment where data, collaboration, and relationship‑building are key to success. At Hitachi Energy, procurement is more than buying—it's about strengthening partnerships, managing risk, enabling innovation, and continuously improving how we work. If you enjoy problem‑solving, negotiating, and making a measurable business impact while upholding strong ethical standards, this role offers meaningful challenges and long‑term growth. How you'll make an impact

• Procure direct materials, components, and manufacturing services to support production plans and MRP signals
• Prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs, contracts, and purchase orders in accordance with production schedules and BOMs
• Partner with production planning, engineering, and quality teams to resolve supply, quality, or delivery issues
• Manage supplier performance related to on‑time delivery (OTD), quality, and responsiveness
• Analyze purchasing, inventory, and price variance data to identify cost, risk, and efficiency opportunities
• Support inventory optimization, safety stock management, and lead time reduction initiatives
• Participate in supplier development and dual‑sourcing strategies to reduce manufacturing risk
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, ethical standards, and external regulatory requirements Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your back‑ground Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field 3-5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles Proven negotiation skills with demonstrated value or cost‑saving outcomes Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including data analysis capabilities Experience with procurement systems such as SAP Ariba, Oracle ERP, or similar Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative manufacturing environment More about us Hitachi Energy is advancing a more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy system worldwide A collaborative culture encourages learning, innovation, and shared success Team members benefit from continuous development and global career opportunities 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. Hitachi brings together the world's greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world's biggest challenges. Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.