SCM Governance, Master Data & Process Excellence Lead

Hitachi, Ltd.; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Paid leave and flexibility

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Energy seeks a senior governance leader to oversee end-to-end data governance and process standardization across the North America region. You will manage governance structures, data quality programs, and KPI dashboards to enable reliable, compliant and efficient supply chain operations.

Key responsibilities include overseeing master data across materials and vendors, driving data ownership, and collaborating with IS teams to align systems and processes with global standards.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years (Leadership position) / 5+ years (Specialist) in Supply Chain, Process Excellence, or Operations
• Proven experience in process governance and standardization
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP)
• Strong background in master data governance and performance management
• Exposure to global or multi-regional environments

Responsibilities

• Oversee master data governance framework across materials, vendors, and parameters
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across systems
• Define data ownership, maintenance processes, and controls
• Monitor and improve data quality through KPIs and governance routines
• Partner with Business IS to ensure proper data structures and system alignment
• Ensure compliance with external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

Job description

The Opportunity

In this role, you will oversee end-to-end supply chain governance and process excellence across the North America region, ensuring alignment with global frameworks and standards. You will manage process ownership, documentation, and standardization while maintaining data integrity and performance visibility through KPIs and dashboards. The work involves leading process harmonization, supporting system adoption, enabling digital transformation, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain functions. You will address challenges related to process inconsistency, data quality, and performance gaps by implementing governance structures, conducting audits, and fostering cross‑functional collaboration. Your contribution supports the delivery of consistent, high‑quality supply chain operations, enabling reliability, efficiency, and innovation in the broader power grid ecosystem through improved data transparency, standardized processes, and system alignment.

How You’ll make an impact

• Master Data Governance & Data Quality

• Own SCM master data governance framework (materials, vendors, parameters)

• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across systems

• Define data ownership, maintenance processes, and controls

• Monitor and improve data quality through KPIs and governance routines

• Partner with Business IS to ensure proper data structures and system alignment

• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

• 5-10 years (Leadership position) / 5+ years (Specialist) in Supply Chain, Process Excellence, or Operations

• Proven experience in process governance and standardization

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP)

• Strong background in master data governance and performance management

• Exposure to global or multi-regional environments

More About Us

You will gain opportunities to expand your experience through cross‑functional collaboration and exposure to global supply chain practices.

• Work on innovative energy technologies

• Collaboration with experienced professionals

• Learning and development opportunities

• Health and retirement benefits

• Paid leave and flexibility

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