SCM Engineer

Location:

Beijing, China

Job ID:

R0132754

Date Posted:

2026-06-05

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY HIGH VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR CO., LTD., BEIJING

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is renowned worldwide as a specialist for electrical power transmission and distribution. As a global leader, we revolutionized high-voltage technology and pioneered many world’s firsts to bring safety, reliability and efficiency to power networks around the globe. High Voltage Products manufacturing facilities around the world, >100 locations worldwide providing 24/7 service. We have No.1 market share, installed 1 out of 4 high-voltage switchgear in the world, >500k high-voltage circuit-breakers installed globally. The SCM Engineer plays a pivotal role in managing supplier relationships to ensure optimal performance in quality, delivery, and cost, aligning with our business objectives. This position actively supports new product development, drives cost optimization, and guarantees on-time project delivery. We are seeking candidates with a cheerful, proactive mindset, strong ownership, learning ability, and a spirit of teamwork.
 

How you'll make an impact

1. You will develop and execute supply chain strategies that align with the company's goals and enhance operational efficiency.
2. You will conduct Request for Quotations (RFQs), cost analysis, and benchmarking within the approved supplier base to optimize procurement costs.
3. You will monitor product costs, identify cost-saving opportunities through technical optimizations and negotiations to achieve Cost Reduction (CR) targets.

4. You will maintain long-term supplier partnerships and address challenges related to delivery delays, quality issues, and cost optimization, act as a project manager for cost reduction or product qualification projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines and performance standards.
5. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to promptly address supply chain needs, provide regular reports and updates to management on supply chain performance and initiatives.

6. You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

7. Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background
1. Master's degree in supply chain management, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering field.
2. Minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or manufacturing, preferably in the electrical equipment or cable accessories industry.
3. Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data and make strategic decisions, a quick learner with the capacity to acquire new skills and knowledge.
4. Proficiency in supply chain management software and ERP systems. Familiarity with Power BI for data analysis is advantageous.
5. Strong problem-solving skills and a results-oriented mindset. Willingness to travel to visit suppliers as required.

6. Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

More about us
We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :

1. Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year
2. Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)
3. Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)
4. Long service awards
5. Flexible Working(subject to role)

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome  Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested – don’t delay, apply today!  All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Miki Li, WeChat: MikiLi999.

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