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Hitachi Energy

R&D SCM Specialist

RemoteSweden, Italy only
Published
Role
Operations
Experience
Mid
Employment
Full-time
€52.7k+/yr
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No BS summary

Supply chain specialist with 3+ years in SCM, R&D, procurement, or a related project-based environment. Needs sourcing, supplier management, analytics, stakeholder management, and ability to work across functions and cultures.

What you'll do

  • Lead and coordinate all supply chain activities for assigned R&D projects, ensuring successful execution and timely delivery.
  • Act as the key Supply Chain representative within R&D projects and serve as the main interface between engineering, procurement, quality, and manufacturing teams.
  • Integrate supply chain requirements into product development activities to optimize cost, quality, and technical performance.
  • Develop and evaluate value chain strategies for new products, considering total cost of ownership and long-term sustainability.
  • Ensure timely availability of materials and resources required for R&D programs and identify opportunities to improve material flow and processes.
  • Analyze supply chain data to identify risks, trends, and opportunities, and implement mitigation plans to ensure project continuity.
  • Coordinate deliverables across the Supply Chain organization, including category management, supplier quality, procurement, and factory SCM teams.
  • Support project gate reviews by preparing SCM deliverables, documentation, reports, and stakeholder presentations.

What they require

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field and minimum of 3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, R&D, Procurement, or a related environment.
  • Experience in sourcing, supplier management, and supply chain processes across a project-based environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and cultures.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while maintaining a high standard of quality and delivery.
  • Preferred: Experience in risk management, cost optimization, project management, or sustainability initiatives is considered an advantage.
  • As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and incentives
  • Well-being and care
  • Paid and unpaid leave
  • Flexible work options
  • Benefits that support your financial security

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