Location:
Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Job ID:
R0108087
Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG
Profession (Job Category):
Customer Service & Contact Center Operations
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
The opportunity
Are you ready to shape the future of global logistics? As the General Cargo and Global Air & Ocean Sourcing Manager for Trade, Transport & Logistics (TTL), you'll take the lead in driving our strategic sourcing efforts across all modes of transport including managing directly the of air and ocean procurement. This high-impact role is responsible for developing and executing the General Cargo Sourcing Strategy, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring performance excellence across our global network. You'll be at the forefront of supplier negotiations, supplier performance and service level management—playing a key role in how we move goods around the world.
This role can be based near a Hitachi Energy location in one of the advertised countries.
How you'll make an impact
* Lead the global sourcing team for general cargo within TTL.
* Drive the implementation of the TTL strategy in close collaboration with cross-functional partners.
* Own the end-to-end RFI and RFQ process for general cargo, including award proposal preparation and approvals.
* Directly manage procurement for air and ocean freight.
* Oversee and optimize the global supplier base for general cargo.
* Manage supplier performance (e.g., service levels, on-time delivery) and initiate corrective actions as needed.
* Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in cost, quality, and sustainability.
* Analyze internal and external cost trends to drive savings and efficiency.
* Maintain commodity guidelines by tracking market prices and forecasting cost impacts.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess market developments and align sourcing strategies accordingly.
Your background
We're looking for a strategic thinker with a global mindset and a passion for logistics. You bring:
* More than 15 years of proven experience in global sourcing, including air and ocean freight.
* Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
* A data-driven approach to decision-making and performance tracking.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
* The ability to lead cross-functional teams in a dynamic, international environment.
* Willingness to travel internationally up to 15–20%.
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