Project Supply Chain Manager

Hitachi Energy is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help keep your lights on, the factories running, our hospitals and schools open. Come as you are and prepare to get better as you learn from others. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Innovation
We strive to be world leaders in electric power by helping countries to have greener, stronger and cleaner electricity. By bringing sustainable energy to more and more people, we can reduce our impact on the planet. When you work with us, you will therefore be part of a higher purpose where each department contributes. Together we can encourage the next innovation - to make life better for everyone
Hitachi Energy support customers in creating stronger, smarter and greener grids adapted to meet the needs of the changing power landscape. Our system solutions are designed and delivered to provide the highest lifecycle value with the lowest risk.
In the role of Project Supply Chain Manager, you will be an active part in the projects, handling all SCM-related tasks. You will be a multitasking person in a multicultural environment. You will join a dedicated team of professionals within Supply Chain Management.
Your responsibilities
Planning and executing procurement activities for projects in order to support project objective achievement in terms of cost/budget, schedule and supply quality.
Maintaining a primary interface with the Project Manager, project team, category teams, on all SCM matters.
Applying project procurement procedures and planning and ensuring appropriate implementation and compliance to SCM instructions.
Monitoring the project procurement status and updating Hitachi Energy project management and SCM team of any issues. Pro-actively working to resolve issues related to procurement cost, quality and delivery.
Ensuring that RfQ’s are issued in compliance to the sourcing strategy.
Ensuring cost reduction and project budget savings targets are met.
Managing relationships with suppliers in partnership with regional and Global Category Management teams.
Living Hitachi Energy core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background
You have master’s or bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or business administration
Minimum 5 years previous experience in SCM and for similar role
Knowledge in Energy Sector is a merit
High communication and networking skills as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong sense of ownership and entrepreneurial attitude
Technical interest and ability to solve complex problems independently
You are a team player, driven, structured and have a result-oriented mindset
Medium-high level influencing skills
Creative
Fluency in English, written and verbal, is a requirement
Knowledge of other European languages will be positively considered

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before February 22! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
More information: Recruiting Manager Daniel Gwitén, +46 107-38 53 56, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer; Stefan Andersson, +46 107- 38 08 21; Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 or Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107- 38 51 42. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Renée Lundgren, +46 107-38 54 75.
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader with a combined heritage of almost 250 years, employing around 36,000 people in 90 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, the business serves utility, industry and infrastructure customers across the value chain, and emerging areas like sustainable mobility, smart cities, energy storage and data centers. With a proven track record, global footprint and unparalleled installed base, Hitachi Energy balances social, environmental and economic values, and is committed to powering good for a sustainable energy future, with pioneering and digital technologies, as the partner of choice for enabling a stronger, smarter and greener grid. www.hitachienergy.com