Hitachi
Category Manager
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 6, 2026
- Experience
- Minimum of 5-7 years; preferably within the energy or manufacturing sector.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must already have work authorization permitting employment with Hitachi Energy in the United States.
About the job
Develops and implements sourcing and category strategies for Hitachi Energy’s Grid Integration business, managing suppliers, contracts, costs, quality, and supply chain performance.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute category strategies, including spend evaluation, market intelligence, supplier segmentation, and risk management.
- Manage sourcing, negotiations, contracts, supplier relationships, and performance improvement.
- Identify cost reductions and supply chain efficiencies while coordinating with engineering, operations, and finance.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5-7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement.
- Proven record developing and implementing category strategies and achieving cost savings.
- Negotiation and contract management skills; proficiency with procurement software and ERP systems.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree.
- Renewable energy category strategy experience; CPM or CPSM certification.
Tools
SAP, Oracle
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