High Voltage Breakers is a business unit within Hitachi Energy located in Ludvika, Sweden.
The unit has worldwide responsibility for the development, production, and sale of Hitachi Energy High Voltage Breakers for both AC and DC power systems.
High Voltage Breakers are essential part of reliable and energy efficient power systems.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Material Planning Manager to lead our dynamic team of 6 member in a fast-paced work environment! In this role you'll have the opportunity to play a critical role to ensure our operations run smoothly and efficiently.
With a focus on continuous improvement, you'll have the chance to drive positive change and make a real impact on our business.

Our success is made possible by the dedication and competence of our people.
Knowing this means we need leaders with a focus on developing and empowering our team and a dedication to the Hitachi Energy company values.

Your responsibility

• Managing the team by performing high quality analysis and identifying preventive actions.
• Securing material by working closely with our supplier base.
• Forecasting and analysing inventory levels to secure efficient routines ad.
• Identify and drive improvements in our purchase processes.
• Live 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 

• First and foremost, your personal qualities are vital for success! You have great leadership skills, never doubt acting and continuously seek knowledge and answers.
• A bachelor’s degree in logistics or other similar area is seen as an advantage.
• You are a positive role model with a supportive and problem solver mind.
• You are confident in decision making, can set and reach goals both as a team but also independently.
• Ability to approach work with a systematic way of thinking and propose solutions based on great analysis.
  Expertise of ERP systems is a merit.
• Preferably you have experience in purchasing and logistics.
• Required good communication skills and a team player.
  Fluency in Swedish & English, both written and spoken, as we use both language on a daily basis.
• Be able to work in a global environment with a local focus.

More about us

Our leaders are the engine for bringing the inclusion and diversity of thought to life and we need you who want to be a part of our journey.
Does the above description sound like you? We are exciting to hear from you! Please apply today, even if you do not meet all the criteria above.
Apply no later than 30th of April 2024.

More information: Recruiting Manager Zanna Westring, +46 72-461 6882, zanna.westring1@hitachienergy.com, will be able to answer your questions regarding the position.

Sveriges Ingenjörer: Philip Bengtsson, +46 107 38 25 17; Unionen: Johan Frisk, +46 107-38 39 68; Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12.

Other questions should be directed to recruiter Johanna Laiv, johanna.laiv@hitachienergy.com.