Junior Strategic Buyer 80-100% (f/m/d)

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Location: Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland Job ID: R0141971 Date Posted: 2026-09-08 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The Opportunity Are you ready to kick-start your career in strategic procurement? We are looking for a motivated Junior Strategic Buyer to join our team and support the development of sourcing strategies that ensure a reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable supply base. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will gain valuable experience in supplier management, negotiations, and strategic sourcing within an international environment. How You'll Make an Impact Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and support supplier performance management Execute sourcing activities, supplier selection, and contract negotiations Monitor market trends, pricing developments, and potential supply risks Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and identify sourcing opportunities Support the implementation of procurement initiatives that drive value, efficiency, and resilience across the supply chain Support Project Procurement activities Your Background Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field, or an apprenticeship combined with further professional education First experience in strategic procurement; strong experience in operational procurement; Strong SAP skills; relevant internships or coursework preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills Proactive, eager to learn, and motivated to develop a career in strategic procurement Fluent in English and German Project management skills are preferred. A technical background or technical knowledge would be an advantage More about us Our flexible working methods help you optimize your personal and professional performance, creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow. 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.