HUB Category Manager

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Develop and implement category sourcing strategies that support business objectives and long-term growth.

• Analyze market dynamics, supplier landscapes, spend data, and cost drivers to identify strategic opportunities.

• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management activities to maximize value and ensure favorable commercial outcomes.

• Align supply capabilities with business demand to support continuity, capacity planning, and operational excellence.

• Drive cost optimization, productivity improvements, and risk mitigation initiatives across assigned categories.

• Monitor supplier performance and lead continuous improvement plans to enhance quality, delivery, and reliability.

• Partner with cross-functional teams globally to ensure sourcing strategies support operational and commercial priorities.

• Support strategic initiatives, including new product introductions, bid activities, product development, and innovation programs.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, or supply chain management.

• Strong knowledge of sourcing strategy development, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations.

• Demonstrated success influencing stakeholders and leading cross-functional collaboration in a global environment.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with experience leveraging data to drive business outcomes.

• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent are preferred.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.

• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions.

• Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO and paid holidays.

• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs.

• Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles, particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.