SCM Category Manager – Contracted Construction Services

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HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group in Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. It is also used to connect power systems.
Hitachi Energy is seeking a Category Manager for Contacted Construction Services. This independent contributor position for Construction & Commissioning is a key role in the process of HVDC tenders and projects all around the globe, where you need to coordinate the process of sourcing of multi-million-dollar civil design, civil works, and installation scope among others.
If you have a drive for relentless execution with a high focus on details and contract management this role will allow you to be the focal point throughout the complete procurement process both in tenders as well as in projects.
Take to opportunity to join a great global team in an extensively growing business within the energy sector. As member of this team your contribution will be of outmost importance weather we succeed in our tenders and projects or not. You will also be faced with endless opportunities to grow, not only your professional career, but also on a personal level.
I’m interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with, so don’t hesitate to apply even though you don´t meet all requirements. A team with great cooperation and with diverse background is waiting for you to join!
Don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Best regards
Timmy
Your responsibilities
You will be responsible for the Market Research, Subcontractors and Partner Identification.
You will be responsible for Contractor/Partner relationship management, Subcontractor/Partner Selection and Development of them.
You have responsible coordination of the Construction & Commissioning RFQ team and for compilation of the RFQ.
You have the responsibility for the Contract Management – Drafting of subcontract together with Contract Manager
You will be responsible for Subcontractors´ Bid evaluation, Subcontractor Risk Review and Bid Review Meeting as well as the Negotiation with the subcontractors.

Your background
You have a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or construction management or similar.
Experience in civil engineering background or a Strategic sourcing background in contracted services (non-commodity, i.e., civil design, civil works, or installation) or Contract Management is required.
Background from Strategic Sourcing or Contract Management or Civil/Construction/ Engineering/Management.
As a person you drive for relentless execution with a high focus on details and are well-structured and organized.
Contract Management knowledge is a big advantage to succeed in this role.
You have knowledge of EPC processes and have abilities to handle demanding timelines with multiple priorities.

Must have
Fluent in English. Additional languages are beneficial.
Open minded and flexible.

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before 12th of December! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
Recruiting Manager Timmy Seger, timmy.seger@hitachienergy.com will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Stefan Barkman, +46 107-38 33 04; Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Petra Berggren, petra.berggren@hitachienergy.com
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