Global Implementation Manager (f/m/d)

hitachi; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG in Germany is seeking a Global Implementation Manager to drive deployment of industrial processes and product-related changes across our global manufacturing network. You will lead end-to-end initiatives, align global standards with local operations, and work with Operations, R&D, Master Data Management, PLM, and Product Management to ensure smooth rollouts and sustained adoption.

This role emphasizes governance, capability building, and cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in implementation management, transformation projects, or change management within an industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of operational master data management and related business processes.
• Hands-on experience with PLM systems and SAP.
• Solid understanding of High Voltage Products and associated manufacturing processes.
• Experience working in global manufacturing organizations and matrix structures.
• Project management experience and familiarity with established project management methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementation initiatives across Production Units and Feeder Factories worldwide.
• Manage change notifications from assessment through deployment and completion.
• Develop and maintain standardized implementation processes, governance structures, and documentation.
• Establish and further development the global Landscape Implementation Management (LIM) setup and organization.
• Drive global implementation roadmaps, deployment strategies, and project plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects involving Operations, R&D, Global Master Data, GPS, and the HVPLM Core Team.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure delivery on time, within scope, and in line with quality expectations.
• Provide transparent reporting through defined KPIs, milestones, and governance frameworks.
• Promote standardization, continuous improvement, and best practices across the global organization.
• Support the implementation of global operating standards, processes, and digital solutions.
• Define training requirements and coordinate capability-building initiatives for local teams and site leadership.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and ensure long-term adoption of new processes and systems.

Skills

Fluent English

Operational master data management

PLM systems

SAP

Project management

Stakeholder management

Tools

PLM systems

SAP

Job description

Location: Karlstein am Main, Bavaria, Germany

Job ID: R0137769

Date Posted: 2026-09-16

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

As Global Implementation Manager, you will play a key role in driving the successful deployment of industrial processes, systems, and product-related changes across our global manufacturing network. You will lead complex implementation initiatives, ensuring alignment between global standards and local operational requirements while supporting business transformation and operational excellence.

Working closely with stakeholders across Operations, R&D, Master Data Management, PLM, and Product Management, you will ensure smooth execution of global rollouts and sustainable adoption of new processes and technologies.

How you’ll make an impact

Global Implementation & Change Management

• Lead end-to-end implementation initiatives across Production Units and Feeder Factories worldwide
• Manage the implementation of change notifications from assessment and Change Review Board (CRB) decisions through communication, deployment, and successful completion
• Develop and maintain standardized implementation processes, governance structures, and documentation
• Establish and further development the global Landscape Implementation Management (LIM) setup and organization

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Drive global implementation roadmaps, deployment strategies, and project plans
• Coordinate cross-functional projects involving Operations, R&D, Global Master Data, GPS, and the HVPLM Core Team
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure delivery on time, within scope, and in line with quality expectations
• Provide transparent reporting through defined KPIs, milestones, and governance frameworks

Operational Excellence & Capability Building

• Promote standardization, continuous improvement, and best practices across the global organization
• Support the implementation of global operating standards, processes, and digital solutions
• Define training requirements and coordinate capability‑building initiatives for local teams and site leadership
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and ensure long-term adoption of new processes and systems

Your Background

• Several years of experience in implementation management, transformation projects, or change management within an industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of operational master data management and related business processes
• Hands‑on experience with PLM systems and SAP
• Solid understanding of High Voltage Products and associated manufacturing processes
• Strong expertise in process management, process definition, and standardization
• Experience working in global manufacturing organizations and matrix structures
• Project management experience and familiarity with established project management methodologies
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

More about us

This is a unique opportunity to shape global implementation standards and drive industrial transformation on an international scale. You will work with diverse teams worldwide, contribute to strategic business initiatives, and play a critical role in advancing operational excellence across our global manufacturing network.

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