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Hitachi Energy

Global electrical transmission and grid modernization

Junior Buyer

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNaples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy€33k - €38k /yrHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree is required, preferably in engineering, economic, management, or technical disciplines.
  • Approximately 1–3 years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in industrial settings.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and/or drawings.
  • Excellent written and spoken Italian and English.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Analytical abilities and aptitude for evaluating costs and price structures.
  • Communication, relationship-building, and negotiation abilities.
  • Results orientation and ability to organize priorities and manage multiple activities simultaneously.
  • Flexibility, teamwork, and ability to manage and resolve issues with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Support the procurement process from needs analysis through purchase-order issuance and supply monitoring.
  • Verify the completeness and consistency of purchase requests and associated technical documentation, liaising with relevant company functions.
  • Support the development of procurement strategy with the manager and Category Management, considering availability, lead times, market conditions, and supply risks.
  • Manage requests for quotations and contribute to technical and economic evaluation of proposals, ensuring fairness and impartiality in supplier relations.
  • Support supplier negotiations and selection based on economic, technical, quality, and delivery-reliability criteria.
  • Prepare and manage purchase orders, framework agreements/price lists, and related amendments through company systems, ensuring completion of the authorization process.
  • Monitor order and supply progress, coordinating with suppliers and internal functions to address issues.
  • Ensure accurate tracking and archiving of procurement-process documentation.
  • Contribute to scouting, evaluation, and qualification of new suppliers, including development of dual/multiple sourcing strategies and risk mitigation.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAP.

About the Company

Hitachi Energy

Global electrical transmission and grid modernization

Hitachi Energy provides systems and solutions for transmitting and distributing electricity. It sells and implements equipment such as transformers, high‑voltage gear, and grid automation tools that help move power from generation sites to homes and businesses. Its offerings include hardware and software that monitor, control, and optimize electrical grids, with AI, data analytics, and automation to improve efficiency and reliability. The company differentiates itself by combining its global engineering footprint with advanced digital technologies and a broad portfolio that covers transmission, distribution, and grid optimization, backed by a presence in more than 140 countries and a workforce of over 40,000. Its goal is to support a cleaner, more flexible, and carbon‑neutral energy future by modernizing infrastructure and integrating renewable energy sources.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$22M
Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
Founded
1900

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