SCM Manager, Bushing Factory

Business Information:

Hitachi Energy is currently looking for an SCM Manager for the Transformers Business to join their team in Halol, India. This team seeks a skilled and motivated individual.

Transformers BU team leverages innovative and diverse technology to transform energy, delivering social, environmental, and economic value and enabling a sustainable energy future for current and future generations. The business’s comprehensive portfolio includes power transformers, traction transformers, insulation and components, digital sensors, and transformer services. The Company’s transformers have been deployed across power generation, transmission, and distribution to metals and mining, oil and gas, commercial and infrastructure projects, and mobility. As the grid becomes more complex, the transformers play an increasingly vital role in improving power quality and network management. The Company is proud to introduce its TXpert™ Ecosystem, the next level in transformer digitalization, further advancing its commitment to innovation and sustainability.

The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment. He or she must be flexible to accommodate business requirements and experience in working with diverse groups and cultures. The ability to multitask & delivers within timelines is essential. The candidate will have excellent communications skills.

Mission Statement:

Accountable for obtaining goods/services required by the organization including: Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Travel, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.). Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Products for Retail, etc.) Procurement processes include: Product/Service Sourcing. Supplier Selection. Pricing/Terms Negotiation. Order Processing. Contract Administration. Supplier Performance Management. May include Strategic Sourcing A Specialist Professional (P4) is a recognized subject matter expert in job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities typically include: Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager. Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and often complex.

Your Responsibilities:

• Secures full utilization of SAP ARIBA 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.

• 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. When managing specific projects, collaborates with proposal, project, and category teams to determine necessary items for procurement during the project. Develops schedules, estimates, forecasts, and budgets to support project purchasing process.

• Process In accordance with Group SCM guidelines and local Division/Business Unit objectives, implements programs to drive improvement in cost, quality, delivery and working capital (payment terms, lead times, order quantities and purchased material inventory). 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.

• Procurement Manages planning and tracking of procurement activities, cost budgets, emerging country spending and savings forecasts.

• Monitoring When managing specific projects, in coordination with the Value Chain Manager, oversees delivery process to ensure that cost, quality and delivery time meet project expectations.

• Supplier agreements Leverages CIPS category teams locally, regionally and globally to ensure appropriate supplier selection.

• Documentation When managing specific projects, documents general and special conditions for use on all project purchase documents, project procurement procedures, and project procurement plans and ensures compliance as per standards and audit requirements, as applicable.

• 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.

• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your Background:

• A Bacherlor’s/Master’s degree.

• 8-10 years of experience in Supply chain management.

• Experience in SAP.

• Defines and establishes local standard agreements with all major local suppliers.

• Ensures buyers minimize risk regarding quality and financial exposure by buying in accordance with quality and commercial procedures and in accordance with Company guidelines.

• Provides and maintains standard terms in purchase contracts/terms and conditions in line with Company directives and guidelines.

• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.