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Working Student in Procurement - fixed term, 30-40% (f/m/d)

The opportunity 

We are looking for a motivated Working Student to support our Procurement team in daily operational and administrative activities. This role offers valuable insights into strategic and operational purchasing within an international environment and provides practical experience in supplier management, data analysis, and procurement processes. This role is fixed term (12 months) and part time.


How you’ll make an impact

  • Support the Procurement team in daily purchasing activities
  • Assist with supplier communication and follow-up on quotations
  • Create and maintain purchase orders in the ERP system
  • Support supplier onboarding and documentation processes
  • Prepare procurement-related reports, presentations, and analyses
  • Maintain and update procurement databases and supplier records
  • Assist in tracking deliveries and resolving order-related issues
  • Support sourcing projects and cost-saving initiatives
  • Collaborate with stakeholders from engineering, finance, quality, and operations

Your background

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong interest in procurement, supply chain, and purchasing processes
  • Good analytical and organizational skills
  • Proactive and structured way of working
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is an advantage
  • Fluent in English and German

More about us


We are a technology-driven company with a strong focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and sustainable manufacturing. We offer flexible working conditions, dedicated mentorship, and a supportive, inclusive environment where you can grow personally and professionally – empowering you to thrive while balancing life and work. 

Location Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Job type Part time
Work arrangement On-Site
Experience Experienced
Job function Placeholder
Contract Temporary
Publication date 2026-10-12
Reference number R0146434

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives. 

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next. 

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.