Sourcing, Contract, and Procurement Specialist
Description
Sourcing, Contract, and Procurement Specialist
Company : Hitachi America, Ltd.
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
Division : Value Integration Division (VID)
Status : Project (6 to 12 months)
Location : Santa Clara, CA and Remote
The Company
Hitachi drives Social Innovation Business, creating a sustainable society through the use of data and technology. We solve customers' and society's challenges with Lumada solutions leveraging IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products.
Hitachi operates under the business structure of "Digital Systems & Services" - supporting our customers' digital transformation;
Green Energy & Mobility" - contributing to a decarbonized society through energy and railway systems, and "Connective Industries" - connecting products through digital technology to provide solutions in various industries.
Driven by Digital, Green, and Innovation, we aim for growth through co-creation with our customers.
Summary :
Join Hitachi America's Value Integration Division (VID) supporting the sourcing, contracting, and procurement activities.
This role involves working with global business partners and Hitachi Group companies, contributing to high technology business alliances, and supporting various stages of the procurement business lifecycle.
Responsibilities :
- Conduct market analysis to identify potential business partners and suppliers.
- Support team members with data analysis and data interpretation to identify cost saving opportunities.
- Analyze and support negotiation contract terms, identifying potential risks and proposing necessary modifications.
- Coordinate and monitor contract-related activities, ensuring timely execution.
- Support post-award business processes ensuring smooth transaction phases.
- Encourage and maintain relationships with prospective and existing business partners to ensure ongoing relationships.
- Support Procure to Pay (P2P) activities.
- Assist with other tasks as assigned by management.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in contracting review process or business development.
- Proficiency in English is required; proficiency in Japanese is a plus.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong communication, presentation, and project management skills.
- Familiarity with technology transactions, software licenses, and procurement.
- Understanding of business, financial, and legal aspects of contracts.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in a multicultural setting.
- Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Eagerness to learn and develop within the procurement field.
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