Global Supplier Development Engineer- Oils and Chemicals(m/f/d)

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Location: Lodz, Lodz, Poland Job ID: R0118776 Date Posted: 2026-02-17 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O. Profession (Job Category): Quality Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: Yes Job Description: Global Supplier Development Engineer- Oils and Chemicals(m/f/d) The Opportunity Hitachi Energy is looking for a Global Supplier Development Engineer focused on the key global category Oils, Chemicals and Plastics (Transformer Oils, Epoxy, Polyurethanes, Silicon, Paints, Adhesives etc.) In this role, you will ensure suppliers deliver high-quality components for transformer applications while maintaining cost-effectiveness. You will implement proactive quality assurance processes to enhance delivery performance and align with our category strategy. Your responsibilities include leading supplier assessments, managing development initiatives, overseeing parts approvals, and driving continuous improvement—ultimately strengthening supplier partnerships and contributing to operational excellence. How You’ll Make an Impact Lead the supplier qualification process by conducting SAP Ariba assessments and executing global on-site audits to ensure supplier compliance and capability. Implement improvement actions at suppliers based on audit findings and identified process improvements, fostering enhanced collaboration and quality outcomes. Oversee the global material approval process to ensure supplier materials and components meet technical and operational requirements for critical materials in the Transformers Business Unit. Monitor supplier performance indicators and drive the annual Supplier Performance Evaluation process to identify and address low-performing suppliers. Develop and implement action plans for supplier performance recovery, working closely with suppliers to ensure the effectiveness of corrective measures. Resolve escalated non-conformities with suppliers by leading root cause analysis and ensuring proper implementation of corrective actions. Drive continuous improvement in supplier management processes at a global level, reflecting lessons learned and promoting best practices across the business unit. Lead key SCM tool/system improvement projects within the Supplier Quality and Development domain. Act as project lead for single/sole source elimination in critical global categories. The SQE will be reporting to the Global Supplier Development Manager and work in close collaboration with Global Category Manager for Oils, Gas, Chemicals and Plastics. Your Background Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in one of the disciplines: Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Materials Engineer, Polymer Science, or Chemistry (or similar). 10+ years of quality assurance or supplier development experience in the chemicals (e.g. transformer insulation oils (mineral oil, synthetic or natural esters), epoxy or polyurethane systems, silicons, paints, adhesives). Solid experience with production process assessment and in-depth understanding of quality control/assurance methods in the chemical production environment. Deep knowledge of Quality and Continuous Improvement tools (Kaizen, DMAIC, A3, 8D, 5Why Analysis). Expertise in APQP/PPAP, P-FMEA, Process Control Plan, SPC, and inspection processes. Excellent communication skills for effective interaction in an international environment. Willingness to travel internationally for supplier audits and assessments frequently. More about us We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out. We can provide more information during the recruitment process. We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully. *Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations. 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