Europe Regional Quality Leader

Hitachi Energy; Zaragoza; Presencial; EUR 120.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Regional Quality Manager to lead and shape the Quality strategy across Europe. You will oversee quality performance across multiple manufacturing sites, partner with factory and business leaders, and drive continuous improvement to turn quality into a competitive advantage.

The role requires senior manufacturing or operations leadership, Lean Six Sigma expertise, and a proven ability to translate business strategy into actionable plans while building high‑performing

Formación

• A degree or equivalent in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Management, Operations, or a related discipline.
• Significant leadership experience within a complex manufacturing, engineering, industrial, or heavy equipment environment.
• Proven experience leading teams and driving business performance through quality, operations, or manufacturing excellence.
• Strong understanding of quality methodologies, systems, and continuous improvement tools, including Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Experience influencing factory leadership teams and operating effectively in matrix organizations.
• Strong business judgment with the ability to convert strategic objectives into practical execution plans.
• Demonstrated success leading change, driving accountability and improving organizational performance.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage and influence leaders at all levels.
• A proactive, hands-on leadership style with strong follow-through and delivery focus.

Responsabilidades

• Define and deploy the regional Quality strategy in alignment with Business Unit and Hitachi Energy priorities.
• Translate strategic objectives into practical, measurable action plans that deliver meaningful business outcomes.
• Lead and develop a team of quality professionals across multiple product lines and locations.
• Partner closely with factory leadership teams to improve operational performance, customer satisfaction, and business results.
• Drive a culture of accountability, ownership, and proactive problem solving throughout the organization.
• Ensure effective quality management systems and governance processes are deployed across the region.
• Monitor performance trends and use data-driven insights to identify risks, opportunities, and improvement priorities.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that address recurring business challenges and strengthen operational excellence.
• Champion Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance customer experience.
• Support the resolution of critical quality and customer issues through structured follow-up, leadership engagement, and sustainable corrective actions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, balancing strategic thinking with operational execution.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Quality Management

Lean Six Sigma

Stakeholder Management

People Leadership

Strategy Execution

Operational Excellence

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

Descripción del empleo

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Regional Quality Manager to lead and shape the Quality strategy across Europe. You will oversee quality performance across multiple manufacturing sites, partner with factory and business leaders, and drive continuous improvement to turn quality into a competitive advantage.

The role requires senior manufacturing or operations leadership, Lean Six Sigma expertise, and a proven ability to translate business strategy into actionable plans while building high‑performing