Location:
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Job ID:
R0139517
Date Posted:
2026-07-29
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Profession (Job Category):
Customer Service & Contact Center Operations
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
Mission Statement
You will be accountable for obtaining goods/services required by the organization including Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Travel, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.). Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Products for Retail, etc.) Procurement processes include Product/Service Sourcing. Supplier Selection. Pricing/Terms Negotiation. Order Processing. Contract Administration. Supplier Performance Management. May include Strategic Sourcing.
How You’ll make an impact
- Develop and execute sourcing and supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives, ensuring achievement of cost, spend, quality, delivery, and productivity targets.
- Drive SCM performance through KPI management, long-term planning, monthly performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple operating units.
- Standardize and optimize end-to-end supply chain processes across design, tendering, project execution, and after-sales service in line with global SCM frameworks.
- Lead the adoption and effective utilization of SCM systems and digital tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, S4HANA, Project Procure) to enhance efficiency, compliance, and supply chain visibility.
- Implement category and project sourcing strategies, ensuring supplier capability, capacity, competitiveness, and alignment with business and project requirements.
- Oversee procurement governance, supplier performance, risk management, and issue resolution to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
- Manage Trade, Transport & Logistics, supplier quality, sustainability compliance, cybersecurity, and supply chain risk programs to support operational excellence.
- Build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships, negotiate commercial agreements, establish framework contracts, and leverage global sourcing networks to maximize value.
- Lead, develop, and mentor SCM teams, ensuring effective workforce planning, capability development, talent management, succession planning, and a culture of continuous improvement.
Your Background
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business, Commerce, Operations Management, or a related discipline; postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
- Proven experience leading supply chain functions within industrial manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, electrical equipment, engineering, or project-based environments.
- Strong expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, supplier negotiations, contract management, and supplier relationship development.
- Demonstrated success delivering cost reduction, productivity improvement, working capital optimization, and supply chain performance targets.
- Experience managing complex project procurement and supply chain activities across tendering, execution, logistics, and after-sales/service operations.
- Solid understanding of logistics, trade compliance, supplier quality management, supply chain risk management, sustainability, and governance frameworks.
- Proficiency with ERP and procurement platforms such as SAP, SAP Ariba, S/4HANA, or equivalent digital supply chain systems.
- Exceptional stakeholder management, people leadership, and change management skills, with experience leading cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
Accessibility and reasonable accommodation
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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment
As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.
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.
