Manufacturing Planning/S&OP Process Leader, North America

Hitachi Energy; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy seeks a passionate Planning & S&OP Process Leader to manage and improve planning and scheduling across its transformer factories in North America. You will lead training, standardization efforts, and drive process improvements, contributing directly to the success of factory operations. Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of manufacturing experience and strong analytical skills, along with a Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering. Join us to shape the future of power equipment manufacturing!

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities are essential.
• Ability to work cross-functionally within a global value chain.

Responsibilities

• Train and coach various planning roles.
• Develop and implement standard processes and best practices.
• Monitor KPIs and improve the S&OP process.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

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Manufacturing Planning/S&OP Process Leader, North America

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Are you ready to drive innovation and excellence in planning and scheduling processes? Hitachi Energy is seeking a Planning & S&OP Process Leader to work with our transformer factories across North America. In this role, you'll manage and improve planning and scheduling processes, driving training and standardization in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), Master Planning, and detailed scheduling. You'll have the opportunity to develop the overall competency of the organization, contribute to group initiatives, and ensure the smooth execution of factory operations. If you're passionate about optimizing processes and leading teams towards success, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

How You'll Make an Impact

• Train and coach Demand Planners, Operations Planners, Master Schedule Planners, and Material Planners.
• Develop and implement standard processes and best practices.
• Monitor standard work execution and develop dashboards for tracking.
• Participate in factory S&OP meetings to drive standardization and compliance.
• Ensure timely and accurate information flow during S&OP processes.
• Monitor KPIs and work on improving the S&OP process.
• Drive ITM throughout the organization and assist in RCCM analysis training.
• Provide training and support for process improvements.
  
  

Your Background

• Minimum 10 years of manufacturing experience.
• Preferred ERP experience in PP module.
• Ability to work cross-functionally within a global value chain.
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  
  

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. We offer opportunities for professional growth and development, encouraging our employees to take initiative and drive change. Join us and be part of a collaborative team dedicated to shaping the future of power equipment manufacturing!

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Location Remote - North Carolina, United States of America;

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America;

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America;

Houston, Texas, United States of America;

Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America;

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America;

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America Job type Full time Experience Experienced Job function Production & Skilled Trades Contract Regular Publication date 2025-06-04 Reference number R0095583

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing and IT Services and IT Consulting

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