Supply Chain Operations Lead: Rail & Maintenance Excellence

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail UK Limited is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Operations Manager to lead materials, inventory, stores, tooling, and logistics within our Train Maintenance Centre. You will drive a high-performing team, manage supplier performance, and push continuous improvement to maximise fleet availability and operational performance.

You will bring proven experience in supply chain management across complex environments, strong leadership, and budgeting skills, with a UK driving licence and

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing supply chain, materials, inventory, stores or logistics operations.
• Strong leadership skills with experience developing high-performing teams.
• Full UK Driving Licence with no more than six penalty points.

Responsibilities

• Lead all materials, inventory, stores, and logistics activities supporting maintenance delivery.
• Develop and lead a high-performing team and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee supplier and 3PL relationships to ensure service excellence.

Job description

Hitachi Rail UK Limited is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Operations Manager to lead materials, inventory, stores, tooling, and logistics within our Train Maintenance Centre. You will drive a high-performing team, manage supplier performance, and push continuous improvement to maximise fleet availability and operational performance.

You will bring proven experience in supply chain management across complex environments, strong leadership, and budgeting skills, with a UK driving licence and