Inventory Management Lead

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited seeks an Inventory Management Lead to oversee global inventory control, drive data accuracy, and optimize stock utilization across Chennai and other locations. The role emphasizes collaboration with multiple plants and data-driven decision making.

Candidates should have 8+ years in inventory management, strong SAP knowledge, and excellent communication to coordinate with global teams and drive cost-efficient improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in inventory or materials management, focusing on process optimization and data accuracy.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory levels across locations to reduce excess stock and ensure proper categorization.
• Audit and validate inventory data to ensure accurate stock valuation.
• Develop and maintain SAP inventory transaction work instructions and collaborate with plant teams to improve processes.
• Provide reports on inventory performance and insights to leadership for cost efficiency.

Skills

SAP

Inventory management

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

## Inventory Management LeadApply: Onsite: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): R0138249**Location:**Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India**Job ID:**R0138249**Date Posted:**2026-09-15**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED**Profession (Job Category):**Customer Service & Contact Center Operations**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:****The opportunity:**The Hitachi Energy Indian Operations Center (INOPC) is a competence center with around 2600+ skilled engineers who focus on tendering, engineering, planning, procurement, project Management, functional system testing, installation supervision, documentation and commissioning. However, over the last decade, it has evolved to become the largest Operations hub. The India Operations Centre team at Chennai, Bangalore and Gurugram supports Hitachi Energy’s units in more than 40 countries across a wide portfolio of all the four business units in Hitachi Energy To date, the team has executed engineering and commissioning for projects in more than 80 countries.The Inventory Management Lead will play a vital role in ensuring effective inventory control and data accuracy across global operations. By collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders, this role will focus on minimizing excess inventory, standardizing processes, and improving data integrity within the organization. The Inventory Management Lead will provide actionable insights, optimize stock utilization, and drive alignment across plants worldwide, contributing to operational efficiency and strategic business objectives.**How you’ll make an impact:*** Oversee inventory levels to reduce excess stock and ensure proper categorization (e.g., redeployment, true excess, disposition, or reservation). Monitor and track stock reassignment to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.* Ensure accurate valuation of existing stock by auditing and validating inventory data. Collaborate with relevant teams to resolve discrepancies in material data across multiple locations.* Collaborate with the Item Master Team to maintain data accuracy and improve inventory-related processes.* Develop, document, and maintain work instructions or procedures for key SAP inventory transactions.* Work with plant teams to identify inefficiencies in inventory practices and recommend corrective actions.* Act as a central point of contact for inventory-related inquiries and facilitate coordination between global teams.* Provide support to plants by addressing inventory questions, aligning practices, and ensuring consistency across locations.* Develop and share reports on inventory performance, excess stock, and process improvements.* Provide actionable insights and recommendations to leadership based on inventory data analysis.* Strategic mindset focused on cost efficiency and resource optimization.* Commitment to maintaining data integrity and driving process improvements.* Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.**Your background:*** Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.* Must have 8+ years of experience in inventory or materials management, with a focus on process optimization and data accuracy.* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across global teams and time zones.* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.* Strong proficiency in SAP and inventory management principles.* Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.**Accessibility and reasonable accommodation****Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a** **general inquiry form** **on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.****This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.****Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment****As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as** **Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.** **Background Screening and Security Checks****As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.****For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.****The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.**