SCM Specialist
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Ludvika · Tills vidare
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is looking for an **SCM Specialist** to join its Power Transformers business unit in Ludvika. Working within a small, collaborative team, the position is responsible for driving all supply chain management activities across an assigned material portfolio, focusing directly on material availability, quality, and cost efficiency. Core responsibilities include defining and implementing local sourcing strategies aligned with regional targets, developing the supply base, conducting supplier evaluations, and identifying and qualifying new vendors alongside category and quality teams. The role also involves managing key supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, resolving non-conformance reports, and ensuring compliance, with options for **hybrid work** available in agreement with the line manager. Candidates must possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, along with a high degree of ownership and adaptability. **Proficiency in English and good knowledge of Swedish** are required. A bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or relevant experience in procurement or supply chain management is considered an advantage. Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP and proficiency in Microsoft tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Power BI, are also beneficial.
The Opportunity
Are you passionate about procurement, supplier partnerships, and driving operational excellence? Join Hitachi Energy as an SCM Specialist and play a key role in ensuring the timely delivery of materials that support our manufacturing and customer commitments worldwide.
Power Transformers is a key business unit within Hitachi Energy, based in Ludvika, Sweden. We are part of delivering a safe way of transferring electricity while keeping losses at a minimum. As the world transitions towards an energy system where electricity will be the backbone - aiming to more than double our consumption of electricity worldwide until 2050, Power Transformers and Hitachi Energy are well positioned in making this happen.
In this fast-paced role, you will work closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure material availability, cost efficiency, quality, and compliance. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional who enjoys building strong supplier relationships, solving challenges proactively, and contributing to a global supply chain environment. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your expertise in procurement, supplier management, and supply chain operations within a collaborative and innovative organization. You’ll join a small, tight-knit, and growing team that thrives on mutual support, a fast-paced environment, and a positive atmosphere.
How you'll make an impact
- To drive all SCM activities for the appointed portfolio of material. With the main focus on material availability, quality and cost.
- Streamlining daily operations and alleviating workload through proactive collaboration and efficient task management.
- Define and implement local sourcing strategies in alignment with regional goals.
- Develop and maintain the supply base, focusing on quality, delivery, and cost efficiency.
- Conduct supplier evaluations and drive improvement projects as needed.
- Identify and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with category teams and quality specialists.
- Manage relationships with key suppliers, including negotiating contracts, resolving NCRs, and ensuring compliance with requirements.
Your background
- You are a curious, driven and adaptable person ready to challenge yourself and inspire others towards continuous improvement.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret data and draw meaningful conclusions.
- You possess excellent communication, networking, and interpersonal skills—fostering collaboration and trust across diverse teams and suppliers.
- You have a strong sense of ownership and an entrepreneurial mindset.
- A Bachelor in Supply Chain Management or relevant experience in Procurement or Supply Chain Management is a plus.
- Proficiency in MS tools like Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Power BI, and familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP is advantageous.
- Good knowledge in Swedish and proficiency in English is required.
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: Håkan Blomquist, +46 107-38 31 52; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 42; Unionen: Tomas L. Gustafsson, +46 107-38 27 47.