Manufacturing Materials Procurement & Inventory Management Experienced Professional

Location:

Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do, Republic of Korea

Job ID:

R0140243

Date Posted:

2026-08-10

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY KOREA LTD.

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy serves customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories.  Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society.

How you’ll make an impact

1. You will develop and implement production plans, schedules, and forecasts based on sales orders, historical data, and inventory levels.
2. You will monitor and track production progress, identifying and resolving any deviations or bottlenecks to ensure on-time delivery.
3. You will source, evaluate, and select suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and conditions for materials and services.
4. You will generate and issue purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures.
5. You will manage supplier relationships, including performance evaluation, communication, and issue resolution.
6. You will monitor inventory levels, identify potential shortages or excesses, and implement strategies to optimize inventory turns.
7. You will analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and material costs to identify cost-saving opportunities.
8. You will collaborate with sales, production, and logistics teams to ensure seamless material flow and production execution.
9. You will maintain accurate purchasing and planning records in the ERP system.
10 You will participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to supply chain and production planning processes.

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

12. 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. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business

2.Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
3. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in planning, procurement, or supply chain roles, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
4. Proven experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
5. Strong understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, and production planning methodologies.
6. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
7. Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
9. Fluency in Korean and English (both written and verbal).

More about us

Hitachi Energy Korea have been awarded the following honor [Best Practice in Remote Work Implementation (2021.02), Great Place To Work (2023.06), Best Work places for Senior Employees/Women (2024.11) Etc.]
We also offering a several range of benefit programs, such as below

- Congratulatory & Condolence Support
- Meal Allowance Program
- Group-Term Life Insurance
- Appreciation and Recognition Program
- Medical Check-up (including one additional family member)
- Flexible Working hour 
- Remote Work
- Self Development Program

Are you interested in our company? Welcome to Apply! If you have any questions regarding our opening position, please don’t hesitate to contact Talent Acquisition Team via email (kr-hitachienergy.recruit@hitachienergy.com).

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.