Material Planning Expert for Europe

Location: Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden Job ID: R0124786 Date Posted: 2026-04-27 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The Opportunity Hitachi Energy is seeking a HUB Material Planner for the insulation and components product line to join an innovative and forward‑thinking team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with six factories across Europe to ensure a smooth and efficient material flow throughout the supply chain. You will play a key role in developing and implementing strong forecasting routines at product line level, strengthening material planning capabilities at factory level, and supporting the S&OP process . By applying best‑practice forecasting methods and optimizing replenishment processes, you will help drive consistency, reliability, and performance across the network. This is an opportunity to make a real impact by driving operational excellence, supporting sustainability goals, and contributing to the continued success of Hitachi Energy in the global energy industry. How you will make an impact Develop and standardize forecasting and material planning processes at product line level, balancing demand and supply across short‑, mid‑ and long‑term horizons. Act as the key operational support to the S&OP process, translating demand plans into feasible material supply and replenishment plans while assessing risks and constraints. Strengthen material planning capabilities in factories through effective use of MRP systems to secure material availability for production and customer demand. Support factories in maintaining purchasing parameters in ERP systems and improving internal replenishment methods to increase efficiency. Establish and standardize routine material planning processes to be performed regularly at factory level. Develop and position local material planners as key contributors to internal S&OP and cross‑functional collaboration. Drive proactive collaboration with Category Managers, procurement teams, CSS and local planners to optimize material flow and operational performance. Define performance indicators, drive digitalization and automation of KPI reporting (e.g. POWERBI), and develop training initiatives to continuously improve material management and competence. Your background Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in material management, replenishment, or supply chain operations. Strong expertise in SAP and excel with advanced proficiency in materials planning and scheduling. Proven ability to standardize processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working cross-functionally with procurement, operations, and supply chain teams, better if in multinational organizations Ability to travel up to 30% 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 Join Hitachi Energy and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today! 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