Buyer, Engineering

Are you ready to take your procurement expertise to the next level? Hitachi Energy in Alamo, TN is looking for a Buyer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll be a key contributor to our supply chain success—ensuring we source high‑quality materials efficiently, cost‑effectively, and on time. You’ll collaborate across departments, negotiate with suppliers, and help shape the future of our procurement strategy.

If you’re detail‑oriented, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and love solving challenges, this is your opportunity to make a real impact in a global organization committed to innovation and sustainability.

• Request and evaluate supplier quotations to meet technical and delivery requirements.
• Assess supplier capabilities for high‑priority or complex products and services.
• Prepare bid comparisons and select the most qualified suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts to secure optimal terms and conditions.
• Issue and manage purchase orders in line with company policies.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues proactively.
• Resolve non‑conformance claims and ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
• Recommend and implement procurement technologies to boost efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Industry certification preferred (e.g., CPSM, CPIM).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in procurement systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced setting.
• Experience in SAP and using and understanding MRP/ERP systems.

At Hitachi Energy, we empower our people to grow through hands‑on experience, global collaboration, and continuous learning.

We’re committed to building a sustainable energy future—together.

Join a team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is real.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Location Alamo, Tennessee, United States of America

Job type Full time

Experience Experienced

Job function Supply Chain

Contract Regular

Publication date

Reference number R0115960

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

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