Category Manager for Services 80 - 100% (f/m/d) | Zurich, Switzerland in Zürich

We areseekinga dynamic and highly knowledgeable Category Manager to join our team, focusing on the sourcing, procurement, and management of Legal, HR, Finance-related services. This role is pivotal in ensuring the highest standards of cost optimization, quality, delivery, and reliability within the Service category, while navigating the complex legislative environments of these regions.How you’ll make an impactImplement effective sourcing strategies using the CIPS process to ensure suppliers can meet current and future business needs.Ensure all stakeholders understand and follow sourcing strategies, processes, and guidelines.Minimize quality and financial risk by purchasing according to company procedures and Hitachi Energy standards.Negotiate and renew contracts, price lists, terms, and conditions with key suppliers.Adapt corporate contractual frameworks to local needs and recommend/execute frame agreements with proper risk management.Identify, assess, and select suppliers based on quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability in line with company policies.Establish and maintain standard local agreements and contract terms following Hitachi Energy directives.Develop and implement cost‑out initiatives and ensure SCM processes, standards, and compliance are applied consistently.Your backgroundBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, HR, Business Administration, or related field; advanced education/certifications are a plus.5+ years of experience, including at least 3 years in Supply Chain for indirect categories (legal, consulting, marketing, HR, temp labor, financial services).Strong collaboration skills across functions, business units, and countries.Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship capabilities.Solid project management and execution skills.Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching or mentoring others.Strong proficiency in MS Office, MS Teams, Power BI, SAP Ariba, and fluency in spoken & written English.More about usWe believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:Competitive salary and incentivesWell-being and carePaid and unpaid leaveFlexible work optionsBenefits that support your financial securityYou will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.Job type Full timeWork arrangement HybridExperience ExperiencedJob function Supply ChainContract RegularPublication date Reference number R About Hitachi EnergyWe are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. #J-18808-Ljbffr