SCM Manager

Hitachi, Ltd.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 669,600 - 892,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness allowance

Flexible working time

Career possibilities globally

Mentor support for onboarding

Employee Benefit Portal with discounts

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB in Ludvika is seeking a driven SCM Manager to lead the supply chain operations within a growing business area. The role involves optimizing logistics, strengthening supplier networks, and ensuring high-performance delivery to global customers.

Ideal candidates will have 8-10 years of supply chain experience, including managerial roles, and fluency in both Swedish and English. Offering health care, wellness allowances, and fantastic career opportunities within Hitachi Energy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field required, Master's is a plus.
• 8-10 years of supply chain experience required.
• Fluency in Swedish and English is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies.
• Manage and optimize inventory across the supply chain.
• Lead supplier management activities.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation

Inventory Management

Demand Planning

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or Engineering

Job description

Location: Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID: R0131610

Date Posted: 2026-06-08

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

The opportunity

Shape the future of energy with us! At Hitachi Energy, our Breakers division plays a critical role in enabling reliable and efficient power transmission worldwide. We are now looking for a driven and experienced SCM Manager to lead a Team and to be a part of Breaker management Team. You will develop our end-to-end supply chain within a dynamic and growing business area. In this role, you will be at the forefront of optimizing operations, strengthening supplier networks, and ensuring high-performance delivery to support our global customers.

How you'll make an impact

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with business goals and global objectives.
• Manage and optimize inventory across the full supply chain, including raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Lead supplier management activities, including selection, negotiations, performance follow‑up, and risk assessment.
• Drive demand forecasting and planning in close collaboration with sales, production, and other key functions.
• Oversee and optimize logistics and transportation to ensure efficient and cost‑effective operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements and digital solutions to enhance efficiency and transparency.
• Monitor and analyze KPIs to drive performance, continuous improvement, and informed decision‑making.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally and lead the team while ensuring compliance with regulations, quality standards, and ethical practices.
• Please note that the role involves occasional travel, approximately 5‑10 trips per year.

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or similar (Master's is a plus).
• 8‑10 years of supply chain experience, including 3‑5 years in a managerial role within a global environment.
• Proven experience managing and optimizing end‑to‑end supply chain operations.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, logistics, inventory management, and demand planning.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with ability to operate in a fast‑paced, international environment.
• Fluency in both Swedish and English is required to succeed in this role.

What we offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More about us

Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don't delay - apply today!

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