R&D SCM Specialist

Hitachi Energy; Łódź; On-site; PLN 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Well-being and care

Paid and unpaid leave

Flexible work options

Benefits that support your financial安全

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Poland seeks an experienced R&D Supply Chain Management Specialist to bridge Research & Development and Supply Chain for innovative products. You will integrate supply chain expertise into development processes and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align materials, suppliers, costs, quality, and timelines.

You will lead and coordinate supply chain activities across R&D projects, acting as the primary interface between engineering, procurement, quality, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all supply chain activities for assigned R&D projects, ensuring successful execution and timely delivery.
• Act as the key Supply Chain representative within R&D projects and interface between engineering, procurement, quality, and manufacturing teams.
• Integrate supply chain requirements into product development activities to optimize cost, quality, and technical performance.
• Develop and evaluate value chain strategies for new products, considering total cost of ownership and long-term sustainability.
• Ensure timely availability of materials and resources for R&D programs and identify opportunities to improve material flow and processes.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify risks, trends, and opportunities and implement mitigation plans to ensure project continuity.
• Coordinate deliverables across the Supply Chain organization, including category management, supplier quality, procurement, and factory SCM teams.
• Support project gate reviews by preparing SCM deliverables, documentation, reports, and stakeholder presentations

Education

Engineering / SCM / Business Administration degree

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Job description

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about innovation and supply chain excellence? Join our team as an R&D Supply Chain Management Specialist, where you will play a critical role in bridging Research & Development and Supply Chain Management to bring groundbreaking products to market.

In this role, you will integrate supply chain expertise into the product development process, ensuring that materials, suppliers, costs, quality, and timelines are aligned to support successful innovation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across R&D, procurement, manufacturing, quality, and project management to drive efficiency, sustainability, and business success.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Lead and coordinate all supply chain activities for assigned R&D projects, ensuring successful execution and timely delivery.
• Act as the key Supply Chain representative within R&D projects and serve as the main interface between engineering, procurement, quality, and manufacturing teams.
• Integrate supply chain requirements into product development activities to optimize cost, quality, and technical performance.
• Develop and evaluate value chain strategies for new products, considering total cost of ownership and long-term sustainability.
• Ensure timely availability of materials and resources required for R&D programs and identify opportunities to improve material flow and processes.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify risks, trends, and opportunities, and implement mitigation plans to ensure project continuity.
• Coordinate deliverables across the Supply Chain organization, including category management, supplier quality, procurement, and factory SCM teams.
• Support project gate reviews by preparing SCM deliverables, documentation, reports, and stakeholder presentations

Your Background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field and minimum of 3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, R&D, Procurement, or a related environment.
• Experience in sourcing, supplier management, and supply chain processes across a project-based environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and cultures.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while maintaining a high standard of quality and delivery.
• Experience in risk management, cost optimization, project management, or sustainability initiatives is considered an advantage.

More About Us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a work place where personal and organizational success grow together.

The minimum salary for this position in the location specified is as follows:

Italy: starting from 52,700 € gross annual salary, Applicable CBA: Metalmeccanico

The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.

This role may be open in multiple locations. If the salary information listed is not applicable for your current home location, salary details relevant to your location will be discussed with you at a later stage.

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well-being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Publication date : 2026-08-13