Supply Chain Specialist

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 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
Are you a driven team player with the ambition to further develop through new challenges? If so, this can be the right opportunity for you. As a Supply Chain Specialist you will be part of a strong team of professionals at Transformers in Ludvika.
As a Supply Chain Specialist you will be a key function in driving and coordinating strategic sourcing activities together with our suppliers and internal interfaces such as design, sales, production and operational purchasing.
We are looking for a variety of people to join our team so don’t hesitate to apply even though you don’t meet all requirements. We are interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with.
Your responsibilities
Manage project-based procurement with a total cost focus and collaborate with stakeholders to resolve challenges in the supply chain
Maintain and develop your supply base from a quality, delivery and cost perspective
Coordinate sourcing strategies internally and with the global supply chain organization
Be the speaking partner between suppliers and internal functions. Work together with stakeholders to find more cost-efficient solutions and setups
Ensure both long and short term solutions for supplier related problems, such as quality or delivery issues
Coordinate, collaborate and support the business in SCM related topics

Your background
You are a curious person with the drive to challenge yourself and the organization for continuous improvement
You like to work in a structured way and to lead your projects independently
You are a communicative person who enjoys working with people from various business areas and parts of the world
You preferably hold a degree in Engineering, Economics or Business administration
Experience in Supply Chain Management or Logistics is a plus
Interest and experience of working in projects is preferable to succeed in the role
As you will be part of a company that operates on a global arena, proficiency in English is required

More about us
Take the opportunity to join a world technology leading company and at the same time, give yourself unlimited career opportunities by applying for following role!
Last day to send in your application is October 17th.
For first step in this recruitment process, we will invite the most interesting candidate to a recorded video interview. This invitation will be sent out by email 1-2 weeks after the application period has expired.
More information: Recruiting Manager Magnus Åkman, magnus.akman@hitachi-powergrids.com, +46 107-38 28 93, 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 Lead Recruiter Alexandra Lind, alexandra.lind@hitachi-powergrids.com
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 centers. 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