HUB Americas Material Management Leader
About The Position
Hitachi Energy is seeking a regional supply chain leader to drive operational performance across factory and warehouse locations throughout the Americas. The role oversees material planning, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and warehouse operations to ensure effective material flow and service delivery. It aligns supply chain strategies with business objectives, promotes standardization across sites, and leads initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and performance. The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. Working with regional and global teams, the leader champions collaboration, implements scalable solutions, and develops high-performing teams. The role supports business transformation and operational optimization in service of a more sustainable energy future. Travel throughout the Americas is required as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Extensive leadership experience in operations, logistics, manufacturing, or supply chain environments.
- Strong expertise in warehouse and material management, including SAP/EWM systems.
- Proven success leading cross-functional teams and large-scale operational initiatives.
- Lean and Six Sigma certification, with a track record of driving process improvements.
- Ability and willingness to travel throughout the Americas as required.
Responsibilities
- Lead planning, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and warehouse operations across the Americas region.
- Drive supply chain performance and ensure effective material flow across multiple sites.
- Standardize processes, systems, and best practices to improve operational consistency.
- Champion Lean methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators to support business objectives.
- Partner with global and regional stakeholders to implement scalable solutions and drive alignment.
- Develop, coach, and mentor teams while fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
- Enhance warehouse performance and service levels for internal customers.
- Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Benefits
- International collaboration and continuous learning and development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
