Project Supply Chain Manager

1w1 week ago

Hitachi

NL · Full-time · €80,000 – €110,000

About this role

At Hitachi Energy, your work accelerates the energy transition in the Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business in Europe. As Project Supply Chain Manager, you own supply chain activities from bid phase through project delivery. You ensure compliant procurement, strong supplier performance, and optimal commercial outcomes.

You control and manage procurement bid processes from initial startup through submitting the proposal to the customer in close cooperation with tender engineers. Draft, review, negotiate, and administer procurement activities including RFQs, purchase orders, and statements of work. Ensure adherence to legal and company policies while monitoring contract performance.

Act as a key interface between engineering, tender teams, legal, cost controlling, and project management in a fast-paced, international environment. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs, define contract terms, and mitigate risks. This role suits a hands-on professional with strong procurement and contract expertise and a structured mindset.

Develop and implement procurement best practices, policies, and procedures to optimize efficiency and compliance. Conduct market research and supplier analysis to support strategic sourcing initiatives. Ensure compliance with all relevant Hitachi, Ltd. policies, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Law, Electrical Engineering or a related field
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in technical procurement, contract management, or bid administration, preferably within a large, multinational corporation
Fluent Dutch language skills (written and verbal) and strong English
Demonstrated expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing complex commercial contracts
Strong understanding of procurement best practices, legal principles related to contracts, and risk management
Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Certification in Procurement (e.g., Nevi, C.P.M., CPSM) or Contract Management (e.g., CFCM) is a plus

Responsibilities

Control and manage procurement bid processes from initial startup through submitting the proposal to customer in close cooperation with tender engineers
Draft, review, negotiate, and administer procurement activities, RFQs, purchase orders, and statements of work, ensuring adherence to legal and company policies
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., legal, Tender dept, cost controlling, project teams and SCM) to understand procurement needs, define contract terms, and mitigate risks
Monitor contract performance, identify potential issues, and facilitate resolution of disputes or breaches
Develop and implement procurement best practices, policies, and procedures to optimize efficiency and compliance
Conduct market research and supplier analysis to support strategic sourcing initiatives
Ensure compliance with all relevant Hitachi, Ltd. policies, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements