Manufacturing Finished Goods Inventory Planning & Control Professional

As a Manufacturing Production Specialist at Hitachi Energy's High Voltage Business in Maneja Vadodara Gujarat, India, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the procurement process and coordinating with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with business needs. Your responsibilities will include preparing and issuing purchase orders, monitoring and tracking orders for on-time delivery of projects, evaluating supplier performance data, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and quality standards. You will also work closely with the quality team to evaluate the quality of purchased items and implement control strategies based on data analysis. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience in the manufacturing industry and a strong understanding of procurement concepts. You should be independent and capable of handling both import and domestic procurement, with knowledge of basic material planning for continuous production. Additionally, you should have core experience in purchase and logistics management of various commodities, along with knowledge of GST, VAT, custom clearance, and other taxations. Good analytical skills, experience in cost-cutting activities, familiarity with ERP and SAP environments, and basic knowledge of tools like lean manufacturing, KANBAN, and VMI are desirable. Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound interpersonal skills, and proficiency in inventory management are essential for success in this role. To qualify for this position, you should have a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical engineering, along with a minimum of 6-9 years of professional work experience in purchase. Knowledge of import and export material handling, working knowledge of SAP MM, proficiency in MS Office, basic knowledge of engineering drawings, and proficiency in spoken and written English are required. Additionally, you should demonstrate strong follow-up and material expediting skills to ensure timely project delivery. At Hitachi Energy, we value safety and integrity, and we expect all employees to uphold these core values by taking responsibility for their actions and caring for colleagues and the business. If you are a qualified individual with a disability seeking accessibility assistance during the job application process, you can request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please provide your contact information and specific details about the accommodation you require to support you in the application process.,