Location:

Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID:

R0058875

Date Posted:

2024-09-23

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Are you passionate about optimizing supply chain processes and driving efficiency? Hitachi Energy is looking for a dedicated Supply Chain Expert to join our team in Ludvika. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth operation of our supply chain, from operational purchasing to warehouse management and sales & operations planning.     

  

In this role, you will report to the Planning & Fulfillment manager, and you will work closely together with the Purchasing, Planning and Warehousing teams. You will maintain strong links to the European Hub and play an important role in the factory expansion project. Don’t hesitate to apply – even if you don’t meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives, and you might be the perfect fit for our team.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and report rolling and long-term forecasts for raw materials and components.
• Define and revise stocking strategies to ensure optimal inventory levels, including calculating safety stock levels and optimal order quantities.
• Analyse and verify planning and purchasing relevant parameters, suggest improvements, and challenge production and suppliers on production times, lead times, incoterms, and lot sizes.
• Analyse and optimize material flows, identify and resolve bottlenecks, and develop key performance metrics and Power BI reports for monitoring progress and identifying issues early on.
• Determine warehouse area requirements, develop necessary internal and external warehouse capacity, and define storage locations in new factory areas to right-size stock levels for future volume.
• Drive improvements in S&OP maturity by implementing financial and integrations, targeted KPIs, and improved reporting.
• Measure and report on planning and fulfillment performance metrics.

Your Background

• A master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Some years of work experience in manufacturing environments is a pre.
• Highly skilled in data analysis and visualization using a variety of programs including Excel and Power BI.
• Experienced working with ERP systems, SAP experience is a pre.
• Proactive and flexible person who has ability to take action to solve issues and work independently when needed.
• Good command of written and spoken English, working proficiency in Swedish is a pre.

What we offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development​
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks
• More benefits could be connected to this specific role

Welcome to Hitachi Energy, where you will discover lots of opportunities for professional growth and a strong commitment to powering a sustainable future. Join our team and experience great benefits along with a supportive work environment, where your talents are valued and encouraged to flourish.  

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Welcome with your application! We review the selection continuously, and the advertisement may close before the last application date.

Recruiting Manager, Michiel Jansen [email protected], will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist, +46 107-38 31 52; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Olle Ruzicka, +46 107-38 31 44.  All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner, Filippa Bengtsson [email protected].