Material Planner
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Västerås · Tills vidare · Deadline 2026-10-25
Hitachi Energy is seeking a **Material Planner** to join its Grid Automation & Communication business unit in Västerås. The position focuses on end-to-end inventory planning, supporting the flow from purchase requisitions to customer invoicing. Main tasks involve setting inventory targets and replenishment parameters, placing purchase orders, following up with suppliers, and monitoring material availability to safeguard project deliveries and transportation. The work also includes participating in production planning, assisting internal customer service inquiries, and coordinating across manufacturing, procurement, sales, and logistics to balance stock levels with costs. The role allows for **hybrid work** by agreement with the line manager. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of experience in material planning or a similar supply chain role, alongside **strong SAP knowledge** and English proficiency for collaborating across international teams. Applicants who do not fulfill every qualification are still considered, as the employer emphasizes personality, curiosity, organizational skills, and a demonstrated ability to work effectively across functions.
The opportunity
Grid Automation & Communication is a business unit within Hitachi Energy located in Västerås. In this role as Material Planner, you will be responsible for end-to-end inventory planning, supporting the process from purchase requisition to customer invoice. You will support internal customer service inquiries, set inventory parameters and targets, and ensure adequate replenishment through purchase orders.
Do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all requirements. The most important qualities for this role are your personality, willingness to learn, and curiosity to explore new areas. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills are essential for success.
How you’ll make an impact
- Follow up with suppliers and closely monitor material availability to ensure project deliveries and transportation are kept under control.
- Actively participate in production planning activities.
- Provide excellent service to both internal stakeholders and suppliers through daily collaboration and communication.
- Proactively identify and implement actions to optimize inventory performance in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Logistics.
- Ensure inventory levels support business requirements while balancing cost and availability.
Your background
- You are a structured, ambitious, and self-motivated person with the ability to see the bigger picture.
- You have a strong customer focus combined with an understanding of internal business requirements.
- You possess excellent communication and collaboration skills and can work effectively with operators, colleagues, suppliers, and management.
- You have 3-5 years of experience in a similar material planning or supply chain role.
- You have strong SAP knowledge.
- You are proficient in English, as you will be part of an international environment and collaborate with colleagues around the world.
Key Success Factors
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- A proactive and solution-oriented mindset
- Ability to build relationships and work across multiple functions
- High attention to detail while maintaining a holistic business perspective
- Willingness to learn and continuously develop
More About Us
We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.
Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:
- Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
- Group life insurance and additional insurances.
- Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank
- Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)
- Health care and wellness allowance
- Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction
- Psychological support program
- Supplementary compensation for parental leave
- Various trainings and education supporting employee development
- Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally
- Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks
The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application already today.
Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Eva Schölin, eva.scholin@hitachienergy.com.
Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Klas Koppari, +46 107- 38 13 45; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 45; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42.