SCM and Planning & Fulfillment Manager – Power Transformers

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a global technology leader shaping the future of the power industry?
Hitachi Energy is seeking a people oriented and driven head of Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Planning & Fulfillment for our Power Transformers operations. If you're passionate about optimizing operations, fostering innovation, and making a lasting impact, this is the opportunity for you. In this role you will have a central part of our factory management team and will implement strategy and develop an organization that spans supply chain, logistics and planning & fulfillment.
Join us in redefining the energy landscape and become a key player in our journey towards a sustainable future.
Your responsibilities
Lead the function of SCM and planning & fulfillment which includes strategic and operational SCM, logistics and planning & fulfillment teams, all with own sub management.
Be an active member of the local management team and work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve overall business goals.
Develop and implement strategic supply chain plans for Power Transformers to optimize inventory levels and ensure timely production and delivery.
Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to forecast demand, plan production schedules, and ensure product availability to meet customer requirements.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier performance to secure the supply chain.
Monitor and control inventory levels, minimize excess and obsolete materials, and optimize working capital utilization.
Oversee quality control processes to ensure products meet industry standards and customer specifications.
Identify opportunities to reduce operational costs while maintaining product quality and delivery timelines.
Living Hitachi Energy’s Leadership Pillars as a leader to engage, develop and grow our people to enable connection to purpose, people, potential and performance.

Your background
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience in supply chain management and planning, preferably in the energy sector or related industry.
Proven ability to lead and develop a team, as well as collaborate effectively across various functions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data-driven insights to make informed decisions.
You have great interpersonal and communication skills and the wish to collaborate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
Fluency in English and Swedish is required, both written and spoken to be able to interact with various stakeholders.

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before October 25. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so the sooner you show your interest, the better!
More information: Recruiting Manager Thomas Wennberg, thomas.wennberg@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Karolina Czechowski +46 730-73 41 15; Unionen: Yvonne Norgren, 46 107-38 36 94; Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12.. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Cajsa Fellerfeldt Eklund, cajsa.fellerfeldt-eklund@hitachienergy.com.