Location: Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0122575Date Posted: 2026-04-01Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center OperationsJob Schedule: Full timeRemote: NoJob Description:The opportunityHitachi Energy, High Voltage Products, is renowned worldwide as a specialist for power transmission and distribution. The Service unit is responsible for the worldwide after sales support of generator circuit-breaker (GCB) systems and gas insulated switchgears (GIS), including training, installation and commissioning, scheduled maintenance, added value services, troubleshooting, extensions, retrofits and replacements.As a Technical Buyer, you act as a key interface between Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and our global supplier network. You ensure that technically specified materials, components, and services are clearly defined, technically clarified, qualified, and available in line with project, quality, and delivery requirements.Through close cross‑functional collaboration, you translate engineering requirements into robust sourcing solutions and support supplier qualification and technical alignment. Your role contributes directly to product quality, supply reliability, and operational excellence, enabling Hitachi Energy to deliver innovative and sustainable energy solutions to our customers worldwide.How you’ll make an impactPerform technical clarification of materials, drawings, specifications, and engineering changes in close collaboration with Engineering and suppliersSupport and coordinate Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities, first samples, and supplier qualification processesConduct technical evaluations of alternative materials, deviation requests, and obsolescence casesCollaborate closely with Strategic and Operational Buyers on supplier- and material-related topicsSupport the handling of supplier complaints, Non‑Conformity Reports (NCRs), and root cause analysesSupport and participate in supplier assessments and technical supplier evaluations, including capability, quality, and process maturity reviewsContribute to supplier performance evaluations together with Quality and Strategic ProcurementEnsure accuracy and completeness of material and supplier master data in SAP and act as the technical contact point during supplier escalationsSupport Service Organization and Project Teams in complex or urgent procurement topicsYour backgroundCompleted technical education (e.g. Polymechanic, Automation Technician, Mechanical Technician, Design Engineer or similar)3-5 years experience in technical procurement or SCM‑related rolesStrong understanding of technical drawings, Bill of Material and manufacturing processesExperience working with suppliers on technical and quality‑related topicsStructured, solution‑oriented, and communicative working styleGood German skills and very good English skillsSAP knowledgeProactive, structured, and solution-focused working style.Team oriented mindset with strong cross-functional collaborationMore about usOur flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.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 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.
