Category Specialist

Business Information

Hitachi Energy is currently looking for an Category Specialist for the High Voltage Business to join their team in Savli , Gujarat. This team seeks a skilled and motivated individual.

Hitachi Energy is a leader in high-voltage technology, offering a wide range of high-voltage products up to 1,200-kilovolt (kV) helping enhance the safety, reliability and efficiency of power networks while minimizing environmental impact. Our technology leadership continues to facilitate innovations in power transmission, enabling smart grids and enhancing eco-efficiency.

Hitachi Energy’s EconiQ™ high-voltage portfolio eliminates SF6 with reliable and scalable solutions for the lowest carbon footprint. The EconiQ line has achieved two world’s first – the replacement of SF6 in existing high-voltage equipment called EconiQ retrofill and the breakthrough SF6-free 420 kV circuit-breaker. Hitachi Energy has placed sustainability at the heart of its Purpose and is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. 

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

• Should work as Catalyst for new Component and Vendor Development.

• Quick learner, Result Oriented, with proven track record in handling material development, Vendor Management.

• Coordination with various cross functional stakeholders.

• The successful candidate for this position has experience in the manufacturing industry of switchgear and an strong understanding of supply chain management concepts.

• Independent able to handle import and local procurement process.

• Candidate should have core experience of Sourcing and logistics management of various commodities used in industry.

• Should have exposer of basic material planning based on continuous production planning.

• Knowledge of GST , custom clearance and other taxations is must.

• Good analytical skills with proven experience in cost cutting / cost saving activities are desirable.

• Must be familiar with SAP MM module and basic experience of tools like lean manufacturing, KANBAN.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Comprehensive knowledge of different commodities in the area of specialization Proper record management.

• Inventory management.

• 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

• BE in Mechanical or Electrical engineering.

• 7 to 8 years of experience.

• Knowledge of SAP MM Module.

• Knowledge of import and export Material Handling.

• Basic knowledge of engineering drawing.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Well versed with MS Office , Power BI tools.

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