Transport & Logistics Manager

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation
You will be part of the Business Unit Grid Integration, located in Västerås. Grid and Power Quality Solutions (GPQS) technologies provide more power and control in existing AC as well as green-field networks and have minimal environmental impact.  With a complete portfolio and in-house manufacturing of key components, Hitachi Energy is a reliable partner in shaping the grid of the future. Please find out more about our world-leading technology at https://www.hitachienergy.com/offering/product-and-system/facts. 
In this role you will be responsible to drive the Logistics department strategy to support the goals of the business and continuously optimize the operation by effectively managing the staff, processes and tools. You will be part of the Supply Chain Management community and the location of the team is in Västerås, Sweden.
Your responsibilities
Ensure project timelines and transportation budget are met
Manage, lead and develop staff members to achieve departmental goals
Full accountability for inbound and outbound logistics in projects
Ensure the service quality and department productivity levels
Ensure the understanding and utilization of the Global Agreements and the invoicing audit process
Ensure compliance of shipping with all local and Global Regulations
Ensuring that procurement routines for transport services are complying to the Global Directives along with the cost reduction mindset
Seeking new solutions, innovations to review and improve current processes
Manage the third-party warehouse, including receiving goods, packing, transfers, transportation and stock
Work cross-functionally to ensure T&L processes are known and followed by the internal customers
Identify, maintain and report monthly KPIs as required

Your background
You have master’s or bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or business administration
Good communication and networking skills as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrable ability to lead and manage staff
Strong sense of ownership and entrepreneurial attitude
Experience working in logistics, warehouse, or transportation operations
Previous work experience as a Logistics Manager and preferably in a project environment
Technical interest and ability to solve complex problems independently
Fluency in English, written and verbal, is a requirement

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before May 20! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
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Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 38,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD. www.hitachienergy.com