IT Project Manager, Manufacturing

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Kraków; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Krakow, Poland is seeking an IT Project Manager to lead a portfolio of manufacturing-focused initiatives across global locations. You will coordinate diverse stakeholders and ensure delivery that enhances manufacturing efficiency, quality, and digital capabilities.

You will collaborate with global teams and influence strategic initiatives while driving measurable business value in a dynamic, international environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing IT projects.
• Experience in manufacturing environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Familiarity with SAP, ServiceNow SPPM, MS Project, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, PMP, PRINCE2, or Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead 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.

Skills

IT project management

Manufacturing experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Agile/Scrum

PMP/PRINCE2/Lean Six Sigma

Tools

SAP

ServiceNow SPPM

Microsoft Project

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description:

The opportunity

Join 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 impact

• Lead 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 background

• 5+ 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 us

At 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 insurance
• Access to fitness and wellness programs
• Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks
• Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
• Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home
• Spectacles and contact lenses allowance
• Company events and team‑building activities
• Psychological support program

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.