Operational Purchaser

Location:
Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID:
R0135717

Date Posted:
2026-08-26

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):
Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Operational Purchaser to join our dynamic and fast-paced work environment! In this role you'll have the opportunity to play a critical role to ensure our operations run smoothly and efficiently. You will collaborate with suppliers and analyze material requirements to make sure that we have the materials we need when we need them. With a focus on continuous improvement, you'll have the chance to drive positive changes and make a real impact on our business.

How you'll make an impact

• Register purchases in SAP-system.
• Follow up on order acknowledgements.
• Invoice management.
• Close communication with suppliers and production.
• You will be responsible for handling material shortages.
• Responsible for on time delivery reporting.
• Manage rescheduling and forecasts.

Your background

• Graduation from high school, higher education is meritorious.
• You are a responsible and driven person with focus on quality, delivery, and costs.
• Good communication skills in English and Swedish are required.
• Solve upcoming problems independently when needed.
• It's beneficial if you have knowledge in SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Experience from logistics or/and manufacturing industry is meritorious.
• Can easily collaborate with people from different cultures.

More About Us

We 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 benefits offering for our roles generally includes:

• Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
• Group life insurance and additional insurances.
• Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank
• Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)
• Psychological support program
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development
• Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application already today.

Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Eva Schölin, eva.scholin@hitachienergy.com

Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist, +46 107-38 31 52; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107 38 70 43; Unionen: Olle Ruzicka, +46 107383144

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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.