SCM Manager

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help to power your home, keep the factories running, and 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 = Great Innovation
HV Breakers (High Voltage Breakers) is a business unit within Hitachi ABB Power Grids located in Ludvika. The unit has worldwide responsibility for the development, production and sale of high voltage breakers for both AC and DC power systems. High voltage plays an important role in reliable and energy efficient power systems.
In this role you will lead a team of strategic purchasers to execute purchasing and logistics strategies that support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products.
Your responsibilities
As an SCM Manager, you will work in a dynamic environment where your main task will be to ensure that the SCM function within the unit is properly organized, staffed, skilled and directed
You will develop the team, individuals, and processes in the SCM function
Identify and drive savings together with the team and organization
You will be an active member of unit management team with great possibilities to growth both within the organization and globally
Your daily work will be influenced by collaboration globally and across functions

Your background
You hold a University degree and have some years work experience from similar roles, preferably in an SCM organization
You enjoy leading, motivating and developing people, and are used to building strong relationships
You are interested in commercial aspects and negotiations
A genuine interest in technology will support success in this role
You are highly self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability, have a sense for business, and enjoy the challenge to make your team thrive and deliver excellent results

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before 20th of June! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
More information: Recruiting Manager Andreas Wrener, +46 107-38 29 35, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Felix Bandalo, +46 107-38 36 86; Unionen: Yvonne Norgren, +46 107-38 36 94; Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12. All other questions can be directed to Recruitment Consultant Elias Ströberg, +46 107-38 34 45.
Hitachi ABB Power Grids 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 centres. With a proven track record, global footprint and unparalleled installed base, Hitachi ABB Power Grids 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.hitachiabb-powergrids.com