Category Manager-Substation,Power Quality Projects

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Job ID: R0145883 Date Posted: 2026-09-23 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations Job Schedule:  Full time Remote: No Job Description: We are looking for a proactive and commercially driven Category Manager / Supply Chain Manager to lead sourcing and supplier management activities for assigned categories. This role will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, driving cost optimization initiatives, ensuring supplier performance, and supporting business growth through effective procurement and supply chain management practices. The ideal candidate combines strong commercial acumen, supplier relationship management skills, and strategic sourcing expertise to deliver excellence in cost, quality, delivery, and sustainability. Strategic Sourcing & Category Management Develop and implement category sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and long-term growth plans. Continuously evaluate market trends, supplier capabilities, and supply risks to ensure a competitive and resilient supply base. Drive strategic sourcing initiatives to improve cost, quality, delivery performance, and supplier reliability. Procurement & Commercial Management Plan, manage, and monitor procurement activities, budgets, spend analysis, and savings initiatives. Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, quality standards, and commercial procedures. Support project teams by developing procurement plans and sourcing strategies. Supplier Development & Relationship Management Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop suppliers capable of meeting business requirements. Build strong partnerships with key suppliers and conduct regular business reviews. Organize supplier pipeline and performance review meetings. Monitor supplier KPIs including quality, delivery, responsiveness, sustainability, and cost competitiveness. Contract & Negotiation Management Lead commercial negotiations related to pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contractual agreements. Develop and manage framework agreements and long-term supplier contracts. Ensure compliance with corporate contractual policies and local business requirements. Project & Tender Support Partner closely with engineering, project, and proposal teams to prepare RFQs and sourcing plans. Analyze supplier quotations and provide recommendations based on technical and commercial evaluations. Support project budgeting and cost estimation activities. Source materials and equipment from both internal and external suppliers. Cost Optimization & Continuous Improvement Design and implement cost-reduction initiatives to achieve financial targets. Drive value engineering, supplier consolidation, and productivity improvement programs. Identify opportunities for process improvements across the supply chain. Risk Management & Business Continuity