Category Manager - Global Spare Parts

Zurich-based green-tech company Hitachi Zosen Inova (HZI) is a global leader in solutions for energy transition and circular economy including Waste to Energy and Renewable Gas (RG), operating as part of the Hitachi Zosen Corporation Group. HZI acts as a project developer, technology supplier and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor delivering complete turnkey plants and system solutions for thermal and biological waste recovery. Its solutions are based on efficient and environmentally sound technologies, are thoroughly tested, and can be flexibly adapted to customer requirements. HZI’s Service Solutions Group combines its own research and development with comprehensive manufacturing and erection capabilities to provide support throughout a plant’s entire plant cycle. HZI works for customers ranging from established waste management companies to up-and-coming partners in new markets. Its innovative and reliable solutions have been part of more than 1,600 reference projects worldwide.

www.hz-inova.com.

• Leadership of allocated procurement Category
• Supports & deputies for Head of Category Management
• Represents GSP-OPU in Category Councils and with Suppliers
• Assists, Coach and supervises operational buyers in execution of tasks
• Develops purchasing strategy for allocated procurement lots
• Proactive management of procurement Categories & execution of project orders
• Drives effectiveness and efficiency of operational procurement tasks
• Participates in developing related procedures & process improvements within overall function
• Communicates effectively with cross functional peers relating to Category Management activities
• Ensures effectiveness and efficiency through adherence to company processes
• Supports the department in achieving objectives
• All other duties as reasonably requested
• Is aware of the HSE requirements relevant to their role, and implements and complies with them

Job specific qualification

• Graduate or FH / TH  completion
• Solid procurement experience (technical and commercial) in International environment
• Ideally engineering trained
• Good social skills and reputation for integrity
• Motivates peers and leads by example
• Interdisciplinary project management experience
• Good market and product knowledge
• Takes responsibility for ensuring best outcomes
• Capable of training specific procurement skills at lower levels
• Able to communicate at all levels
• Promotes internal and external collaboration, based on the company values
• Experienced in use of  standard methods in order to identify complex problems and ensures implementation of suitable holistic solutions
• Self-motivated and capable of leading multi-functional teams
• Deputises in comparable fields

Competence in working methods

• Advanced negotiation skills (Iterative Procurement & Claims management)
• Good understanding of supply contract law (Swiss & Anglo Saxon)
• Good knowledge of Category Management & Supplier Development processes
• Good knowledge of Sourcing, Bidding and Category Management
• Good knowledge of SAP (SRM & MM) and MS-Office (Excel incl. Pivot, Powerpoint)
• Knowledge of eProcurement solutions
• Good understanding of QA processes appropriate to Supply Markets
• Multicultural experience
• Multilingual with professional English (B2 – C1)

Employee perks, benefits

• Employment contract for an indefinite period
• + 13th Salary
• Financial reward for working anniversaries
• Flexible working time (core time 9-3:30)
• Home Office possible 2 days a week
• Extra days of leave (+1 day after the first, third and fifth year of service)
• Extra days of leave for special personal events (e.g., wedding, graduation etc.)
• Travel allowance
• Modern infrastructure
• Free drinking regime (coffee)
• Recreation allowance
• Multisport card
• The third pillar of the pension scheme
• Support for professional and career growth, education and training
• Supportive and team-oriented working environment

Eligibility for benefits is subject to internal work rules

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