Location:Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina, United States of AmericaJob ID: R0103426Date Posted:2025-08-21Company Name:HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC.Profession (Job Category):Production &amp; Skilled TradesJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoAbout UsA career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.Job Description:<div>Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Manufacturing Planner who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Batesburg, SC.</div><div></div><div>This role is pivotal in ensuring efficient material flow and production alignment across a dynamic manufacturing environment. Following recent organizational changes, the position now includes full responsibility for post-placement Purchase Order (PO) management, significantly expanding its operational impact.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and manage production schedules that align with customer demand, inventory goals, and manufacturing capacity.</li><li>Oversee post-placement PO activities:<ul><li>Expedite critical materials to meet production deadlines.</li><li>Adjust delivery schedules in response to evolving production needs.</li><li>Resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with Finance and Procurement.</li><li>Address receiving issues and coordinate with warehouse and suppliers.</li></ul></li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to ensure timely material availability and issue resolution.</li><li>Monitor and respond to material shortages, lead time fluctuations, and supply chain disruptions.</li><li>Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning efficiency and supply chain agility.</li><li>Maintain ERP system accuracy related to material planning and cost standards.</li></ul>Required skills/experience: <ul><li>Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a Supply Chain related position, ideally in a low-volume, high-mix production environment.</li><li>Proficiency in MRP/ERP Systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) ideally SAP.</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and solve complex problems.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft 365, with a strong emphasis on Excel for data analysis, scheduling, and reporting.</li><li>Familiarity with Power BI is a plus for creating dashboards and visualizing production and inventory metrics.</li><li>Familiarity with Power Automate is a plus, especially for streamlining planning workflows and automating routine tasks such as expediting.</li><li>Experience in the railroad or heavy industrial sector is highly desirable.</li></ul>Education:Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or a business related field or equivalent experienceLanguage: EnglishBenefits  Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short &amp; Long Term Disability, Life &amp; Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.    We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Join us at <a href="http://www.hitachirail.com/careers">www.hitachirail.com/careers</a>    It is our commitment at Hitachi Rail to create a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.   We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers!  Have a glance at our LinkedIn page <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail/</a>In accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.#LI-DNI</div>Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to hrunitedstates@hitachirail.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at  <a href="https://www.hitachirail.com/careers">https://www.hitachirail.com/careers</a>.At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Senior Manufacturing Planner

Location:Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina, United States of AmericaJob ID: R0103426Date Posted:2025-08-21Company Name:HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC.Profession (Job Category):Production &amp; Skilled TradesJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoAbout UsA career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.Job Description:<div>Hitachi Rail&nbsp;is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated&nbsp;Senior Manufacturing Planner who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in&nbsp;Batesburg, SC.</div><div></div><div>This role is pivotal in ensuring efficient material flow and production alignment across a dynamic manufacturing environment. Following recent organizational changes, the position now includes full responsibility for post-placement Purchase Order (PO) management, significantly expanding its operational impact.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and manage production schedules that align with customer demand, inventory goals, and manufacturing capacity.</li><li>Oversee post-placement PO activities:<ul><li>Expedite critical materials to meet production deadlines.</li><li>Adjust delivery schedules in response to evolving production needs.</li><li>Resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with Finance and Procurement.</li><li>Address receiving issues and coordinate with warehouse and suppliers.</li></ul></li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to ensure timely material availability and issue resolution.</li><li>Monitor and respond to material shortages, lead time fluctuations, and supply chain disruptions.</li><li>Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning efficiency and supply chain agility.</li><li>Maintain ERP system accuracy related to material planning and cost standards.</li></ul>Required skills/experience: <ul><li>Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a Supply Chain related position, ideally in a low-volume, high-mix production environment.</li><li>Proficiency in MRP/ERP Systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) ideally SAP.</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and solve complex problems.</li><li>Proficiency in&nbsp;Microsoft 365, with a strong emphasis on&nbsp;Excel&nbsp;for data analysis, scheduling, and reporting.</li><li>Familiarity with Power BI&nbsp;is a plus for creating dashboards and visualizing production and inventory metrics.</li><li>Familiarity with&nbsp;Power Automate&nbsp;is a plus, especially for streamlining planning workflows and automating routine tasks such as expediting.</li><li>Experience in the railroad or heavy industrial sector is highly desirable.</li></ul>Education:Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or a business related field or equivalent experienceLanguage: EnglishBenefits&nbsp; Hitachi Rail&nbsp;employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short &amp; Long Term Disability, Life &amp; Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts,&nbsp;a Retirement&nbsp;Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.&nbsp; &nbsp; We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Join us at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hitachirail.com/careers">www.hitachirail.com/careers</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; It is our commitment at Hitachi Rail to create a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.&nbsp; &nbsp;We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers!&nbsp;&nbsp;Have a glance at our LinkedIn page&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail/</a>In accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.#LI-DNI</div>Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to hrunitedstates@hitachirail.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at &nbsp;<a href="https://www.hitachirail.com/careers">https://www.hitachirail.com/careers</a>.At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail

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