IT Project Manager, Manufacturing

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Kraków; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Fitness and wellness programs

Employee Capital Plans (PPK)

Home office equipment support

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Poland is seeking an IT Project Manager to drive manufacturing IT initiatives across global operations from Kraków. You will lead a portfolio of IT projects, coordinate business, technology and manufacturing stakeholders, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires 5+ years of IT project management experience in manufacturing, strong stakeholder management, and familiarity with SAP, ServiceNow SPPM, MS Projects, Excel, and SharePoint.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT project management experience.
• Experience in manufacturing environments.
• Proven track record delivering projects in global organizations.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT projects from initiation through delivery.
• Manage project plans, risks, issues, and deliverables.
• Coordinate business, technology, and manufacturing stakeholders.
• Facilitate project meetings and governance reviews.
• Monitor progress and report status to stakeholders.
• Manage budgets and financial performance.
• Support project teams with requirements and solution planning.
• Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

IT project management

Stakeholder management

Global delivery

Communication skills

Manufacturing IT experience

Tools

SAP

ServiceNow SPPM

Microsoft Project

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Location:Krakow, Lesser Poland, PolandJob ID:R0138023Date Posted:2026-09-11Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O.Profession (Job Category):Project/Program ManagementJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityJoin Hitachi Energy during a period of significant growth and digital transformation. Our manufacturing organization is expanding globally to meet increasing market demand while investing in smart factory technologies and modern digital solutions.As an IT Project Manager, you will drive projects that support manufacturing operations and business objectives. You will lead a portfolio of initiatives, coordinate diverse stakeholders, and ensure successful delivery across multiple locations. Your work will directly contribute to improving manufacturing efficiency, quality, and digital capabilities.This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with global teams, influence strategic initiatives, and deliver solutions that create measurable business value. If you enjoy leading complex projects in an international environment and want to shape the future of manufacturing technology, this role could be the next step in your career.How you'll make an impactLead IT projects from initiation through successful delivery.Manage project plans, risks, issues, and key deliverables.Coordinate business, technology, and manufacturing stakeholders.Facilitate project meetings, steering committees, and governance reviews.Monitor project performance and communicate progress effectively.Manage budgets, costs, and financial performance.Support project teams with requirements and solution planning.Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.Your background5+ years of experience managing IT projects.Experience working in manufacturing environments.Proven track record delivering projects across global organizations.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.Experience with SAP, ServiceNow SPPM, Microsoft Project, Excel, and SharePoint.Knowledge of project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, PMP, PRINCE2, or Lean Six Sigma.More about usAt Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:Private medical care and life insuranceAccess to fitness and wellness programsAccess to benefits platform with discounts and perksEmployee Capital Plans (PPK)Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at homeSpectacles and contact lenses allowanceCompany events and team‑building activitiesPsychological support programAccessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified 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 recruitmentAs 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 ChecksAs 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.