Supply ChainAssociate
United States, Knoxville

System Procurement Manager

Full-time

Company Description

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.

Job Description

  •  Responsible for all procurement activities until hand over of the project to Warranty Department (including but not limited to closing POs, settlement on final invoices / claims)
  • Achieve final account agreements with suppliers / subcontractors
  • Monitor Procurement performance over the project lifespan (savings / overruns, claims)
  • Coordinates with Expeditors and Supplier Quality Managers in order to achieve On Time Delivery and Quality as per Project Schedule
  • Operational Leadership of all procurement activities
  • Supports Project Procurement Managers
  • Represents Supply Chain Management within Project Team as required
  • Resolution or escalation of all procurement claims
  • Drives effectiveness and efficiency of operational procurement task
  • Participates in developing related procedures & process improvements within overall Supply Chain Management function
  • Communicates effectively with cross functional peers relating to Project Procurement activities
  • Ensures effectiveness and efficiency through adherence to company processes and procedures
  • Supports the department in achieving objectives
  • Responsible for identifying potential supplier sources, conducting interviews with potential vendors, negotiating favorable supplier agreements and managing supplier and vendor contracts.
  • All other duties as reasonably requested
  • Is aware of the Health, Safety and Environment requirements relevant to their role, implements and complies with them

Qualifications

  • More than 5 years’ experience in Energy, Chemical or related industry
  • Procurement experience with suppliers for systems and components
  • Procurement experience with suppliers for systems and components
  • Procurement experience in International & Technical environments
  • Experience in project management for large, medium or small size projects
  • Motivates peers and leads by example
  • Self-motivated and capable of leading multi-functional teams
  • Able to communicate with all levels
  • Promotes internal and external collaboration
  • Experienced in use of standard methods in order to identify complex problems and ensures implementation of suitable solutions

Benefits and Additional Information

We offer
• Responsible challenge with diversified field of activity
• Team-oriented working atmosphere in an international Company
• Personal development opportunities through own Inova Academy
• Opportunity to gain an insight into various technical disciplines
• Excellent employment conditions
• Attractive working place (central, good transport links)
• Modern infrastructure

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.

Job location

10025 Investment Drive, 37932 — Knoxville, TN, United States