Buyer - Purchasing

Location:

Michigan City, Indiana, United States

Job ID:

R0126487

Date Posted:

2026-04-13

Company Name:

HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US, LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Company

We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving.

From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting-edge semiconductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.

We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 58 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering.

Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power, you’ll be part of a global network that’s shaping the future of industrial power.

Summary of the position:

The Buyer - Purchasing will purchase industrial goods that may include castings, machine parts, fabrications, engines, motors, mechanical subassemblies, electronics, fasteners, fittings, and MROs.

This position is located on-site in Michigan City, Indiana.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Purchase Order Management & Order Execution through MRP
• Non-Conforming Material Management
• Invoice and Pricing Resolution
• Expediting and Order Tracking
• Internal Status Communication
• Departmental Metric Accountability - On-Time Delivery, Material Flow, Inventory Management
• Establishing Accurate SAP Planning Parameters and Material Replenishment Strategies
• Various Procurement Planning Tasks
• Work with planners to obtain delivery dates for production shortages, and report back to the production team
• Enable supplier participation with Supplier Web tool
• Daily Supplier Management and Communication

Qualifications:

Education:

• BS Degree or equivalent work experience, preferred

Professional experience:

• 5 years of purchasing, planning or supply chain experience within industrial manufacturing.
• Required SAP knowledge.
• Knowledge of MRP system(s) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills a must.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business conditions, and work well across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to creatively solve problems.
• Self- Motivated and Assertive.
• Strong interpersonal and active listening skill

Key behaviors:

• Candidate must work well in a team environment. Strict attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently on a daily basis. Must be results-oriented, high energy, and a representative of the Hitachi Global Air Power Values.

Direct reports:

• N/A

The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety policies and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.

This job description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.

Hitachi Global Air Power is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.