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Technical Buyer 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Hitachi

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Location: Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland Job ID: R0141865 Date Posted: 2026-10-01 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: Über die Position Hitachi Energy, High Voltage Products, gehört zu den weltweit führenden Anbietern von Lösungen für die Energieübertragung und Energieverteilung. Unsere Serviceorganisation stellt sicher, dass kritische Energieinfrastrukturen unserer Kunden rund um den Globus zuverlässig, sicher und effizient betrieben werden können. Als Technischer Einkäufer übernimmst du eine Schlüsselrolle an der Schnittstelle zwischen Einkauf, Engineering, Qualitätssicherung und unserem globalen Lieferantennetzwerk. Du stellst sicher, dass technisch spezifizierte Materialien, Komponenten und Dienstleistungen den geforderten Qualitäts-, Termin- und Kostenanforderungen entsprechen und langfristig verfügbar sind. Mit deinem technischen Verständnis und deiner bereichsübergreifenden Zusammenarbeit leistest du einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Produktqualität, Versorgungssicherheit und operativen Exzellenz. So unterstützt du Hitachi Energy dabei, innovative und nachhaltige Energielösungen erfolgreich bereitzustellen. Das kannst du bewirken Technische Klärung von Materialien, Zeichnungen, Spezifikationen und Engineering-Änderungen in enger Zusammenarbeit mit Engineering und Lieferanten Unterstützung und Koordination von PPAP-Aktivitäten (Production Part Approval Process), Erstbemusterungen und Lieferantenqualifizierungen Durchführung technischer Bewertungen von Alternativmaterialien, Abweichungsanträgen und Obsoleszenzfällen Enge Zusammenarbeit mit strategischem und operativem Einkauf bei material- und lieferantenbezogenen Fragestellungen Unterstützung bei Lieferantenreklamationen, Non-Conformity Reports (NCR) und Root-Cause-Analysen Mitwirkung bei Lieferantenaudits sowie technischen Bewertungen hinsichtlich Fähigkeiten, Qualitätsstandards und Prozessreife Unterstützung bei der Bewertung und Weiterentwicklung der Lieferantenperformance gemeinsam mit Qualitätssicherung und strategischem Einkauf Sicherstellung der Datenqualität und Vollständigkeit von Material- und Lieferantenstammdaten im SAP-System Technischer Ansprechpartner bei Lieferanteneskalationen sowie bei komplexen oder zeitkritischen Beschaffungsthemen Unterstützung von Serviceorganisation und Projektteams bei anspruchsvollen Beschaffungs- und Lieferantenfragen Dein Hintergrund Abgeschlossenes Bachelorstudium im Maschinenbau, Abschluss einer höheren Fachschule/Technikerschule oder eine technische Grundausbildung (z. B. Polymechaniker, Automatiker oder Konstrukteur) mit entsprechender Weiterbildung. Idealwerweise Berufserfahrung im technischen Einkauf oder in einer vergleichbaren Supply-Chain-Management-Funktion Fundiertes Verständnis von technischen Zeichnungen, Stücklisten (BOM) sowie Fertigungs- und Produktionsprozessen Erfahrung in der Zusammenarbeit mit Lieferanten bei technischen, qualitätsrelevanten und kommerziellen Fragestellungen Erfahrung mit SAP und den relevanten Material- und Beschaffungsprozessen Strukturierte, analytische und lösungsorientierte Arbeitsweise Gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift Hohe Eigeninitiative sowie eine selbstständige und ergebnisorientierte Arbeitsweise Ausgeprägte Kommunikationsfähigkeit und Freude an der bereichsübergreifenden Zusammenarbeit in einem internationalen Umfeld Mehr über uns Unsere flexiblen Arbeitsmethoden helfen dir, deine persönlichen und beruflichen Leistungen zu optimieren, und schaffen ein Umfeld, in dem alle Mitarbeiter ihre Fähigkeiten entwickeln und wachsen können --- English translation --- The opportunity Hitachi Energy High Voltage Products is one of the world's leading providers of power transmission and distribution solutions. Our service organization ensures that our customers' critical energy infrastructure can be operated reliably, safely, and efficiently around the globe. As a Technical Buyer, you will play a key role at the interface between Procurement, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and our global supplier network. You will ensure that technically specified materials, components, and services meet the required quality, delivery, and cost targets while remaining available over the long term. With your technical expertise and cross-functional collaboration, you will make an important contribution to product quality, supply security, and operational excellence. In doing so, you will help Hitachi Energy successfully deliver innovative and sustainable energy solutions. How You'll Make an Impact Clarify technical requirements related to materials, drawings, specifications, and engineering changes in close collaboration with Engineering and suppliers. Support and coordinate PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) activities, initial sample inspections, and supplier qualification processes. Conduct technical evaluations of alternative materials, deviation requests, and obsolescence cases. Work closely with strategic and operational procurement teams on material- and supplier-related topics. Support supplier claims, Non-Conformity Reports (NCRs), and root cause analyses. Participate in supplier audits and technical assessments regarding capabilities, quality standards, and process maturity. Support the evaluation and continuous improvement of supplier performance together with Quality Assurance and Strategic Procurement. Ensure data quality and completeness of material and supplier master data within SAP. Act as the technical point of contact during supplier escalations and for complex or time-critical procurement topics. Support service organizations and project teams with challenging sourcing and supplier-related matters. Your Background Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, a Higher Technical College qualification, or a technical apprenticeship/trade qualification (e.g., precision mechanic, automation technician, or design engineer) combined with relevant further education. Ideally, professional experience in technical procurement or a comparable supply chain management role. Strong understanding of technical drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and manufacturing and production processes. Experience working with suppliers on technical, quality-related, and commercial matters. Experience with SAP and related material management and procurement processes. Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented working style. Good written and spoken German and English skills. High level of initiative with the ability to work independently and deliver results. Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for cross-functional collaboration in an international environment. More About Us Our flexible working methods help you optimize both your personal and professional performance while fostering an environment where all employees can develop their skills, grow, and reach their full potential. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. 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.

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