Factory Supply Chain Specialist

Location:

Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID:

R0074017

Date Posted:

2025-02-14

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity
Components is a key business unit within Hitachi Energy, based in Ludvika, Sweden. We develop, sell and produces Bushings and Tap-Changers, both vital for all Power Transformers. We are part of delivering a safe way of transferring electricity while keeping losses at a minimum. As the world transitions towards an energy system where electricity will be the backbone, aiming to more than double our consumption of electricity worldwide until 2050, Components and Hitachi Energy are well positioned in making this happen.

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and join us in making it happen?

If your answer is “YES”, we at Components are looking for a new Factory Supply Chain Specialist, where you will be our speaking partner towards our suppliers. We are looking for a team player who is driven, structured and has a result-oriented mindset. In this role you will be located in Ludvika but have the opportunity to collaborate on a global arena with a wide range of stakeholders.

As a Factory Supply Chain Specialist, you will be part of a key function in driving and coordinating strategic sourcing activities together with our suppliers and internal interfaces such as design, sales, production, services and operational purchasing. You will work together with stakeholders to find more cost-efficient and reliable solutions and setups. You will be included in a small, tight and growing team who supports each other in a high pasted environment with great atmosphere.

We are interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with, so if you are interested, apply even though you might not meet all requirements.

How you'll make an impact

• Define and drive local sourcing strategies that align with the development and implementation of regional sourcing strategies in collaboration with the regional SCM Manager.
• Maintain and develop the supply base with focus on quality, delivery and total cost.
• Run regular supplier evaluations in collaboration with the respective local buyer and initiate improvement projects when required.
• Identify new suppliers in cooperation with relevant category team. Qualify new suppliers in cooperation with Supplier Quality and Engineering specialists.
• Define and establish local standard agreements with all major suppliers, and periodically renew pricelists, standard purchase terms and conditions in line with Business directives and guidelines.
• Run benchmark studies for the local factory team and for specific sourcing initiatives and designs and implements cost-out programs and/or processes to reach financial targets.

Your background

• You are a curious person with the drive to challenge yourself and the organization for continuous improvement.
• Good communication and networking skills as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional experience in a supply chain function.
• Strong sense of ownership and entrepreneurial attitude.
• Well versed in MS tools – Excel, Power Point, SharePoint, Power BI, etc.
• Good knowledge in Swedish and proficiency in English is required.

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

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

More information: Recruiting Manager Carl Stureson, carl.stureson@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist, +46 107-38 31 52; Unionen: Tomas L. Gustafsson, +46 107-38 27 47; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Johanna Laiv, johanna.laiv@hitachienergy.com

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