Global SCM Digitalization Project Lead

About the role

Hitachi Energy's Business Unit Transformers is looking for a Global SCM Digitalization Project Lead in Lodz, Poland. The role joins a Supply Chain Management team and works with global teams to define project objectives, build detailed implementation plans and drive digitalization initiatives from concept to adoption. It focuses on regulatory requirements, product and material data, process governance and scalable digital solutions, and involves collaboration with SCM, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Sustainability, Trade, Compliance and Information Technology.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement global SCM digitalization initiatives and roadmaps, covering regulatory requirements, data, governance and business value.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams to reach milestones and adoption targets.
• Turn regulatory and business requirements into SCM processes, data and system needs and implementation plans.
• Gather and analyse stakeholder feedback to refine digital solutions.
• Ensure digital processes, tools and data flows meet internal policies, regulations and global standards.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, data gaps, process dependencies and implementation barriers.
• Define and maintain governance processes for digital solutions and data requirements.
• Plan projects, coordinate resources and ensure clear ownership across functions and regions.
• Measure progress, design and support communication, training and adoption activities.

Required profile

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Business Administration, Data Management or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in supply chain, digital transformation, project management, operations, procurement or data management.
• Experience managing cross-functional initiatives in a global or multi-site environment.
• Good understanding of SCM processes, product and material data, regulatory requirements, data quality and process governance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, advanced verbal and written communication, and ability to work independently and in teams.

Required skills

• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Advantageous: experience with ERP systems, reporting tools or workflow solutions.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and incentives.
• Well-being and care, paid and unpaid leave.
• Flexible work options and benefits supporting financial security.