Global SE&OP Manager

Description

Position Overview

Hitachi Energy is currently looking for a Global SE&OP (Sales, Engineering and Operations Planning) Manager for the Transformers Business to join their team. This team seeks a skilled and motivated individual.

The Transformers BU team leverages innovative and diverse technology to transform energy, delivering social, environmental, and economic value and enabling a sustainable energy future for current and future generations. The business’s comprehensive portfolio includes power transformers, traction transformers, insulation and components, digital sensors, and transformer services. The Company’s transformers have been deployed across power generation, transmission, and distribution to metals and mining, oil and gas, commercial and infrastructure projects, and mobility. As the grid becomes more complex, the transformers play an increasingly vital role in improving power quality and network management. The Company is proud to introduce its TXpert Ecosystem, the next level in transformer digitalization, further advancing its commitment to innovation and sustainability.

The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment. He or she must be flexible to accommodate business requirements and experience in working with diverse groups and cultures. The ability to multitask & deliver within timelines is essential. The candidate will have excellent communication skills.

Mission Statement:

In a market-leading company with global sales and an extensive global presence, the newly established Global SE&OP Manager role oversees the interfaces and interactions between Sales, Engineering, and Operations Planning processes to meet customer delivery commitments. This position is vital for maintaining competitiveness and managing significant order growth, particularly with a product portfolio focused on Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, and Engineer-to-Order products. The SE&OP Manager ensures the alignment of supply and demand, optimizes inventory levels, and enhances overall supply chain efficiency. Due to the importance of integrating Engineering for ETO business in overall sales and operations planning, this end-to-end process is internally referred to as SE&OP.

Job Description:

• Define and establish global SE&OP as the critical function responsible for determining and optimizing manufacturing output levels in response to sales forecasts, ensuring that production plans effectively meet market demands while aligning with broader business goals.

• Lead the Global SE&OP process, including internal & external material demand planning, supply planning (including production scheduling), and inventory management.

• Define, develop, and operationalize uniform and harmonized global SE&OP standards, processes, and operating model & procedures in collaboration with related global functions and HUBs (regions), ensuring consistent application and high operational excellence across the BU.

• Facilitate communication and collaboration between global sales, engineering, supply chain/procurement, and other departments to ensure a cohesive approach to planning and execution to meet strategic business objectives.

• Develop and implement necessary governance tools and performance KPIs to monitor the success of the SE&OP process. Drive the rollout of SE&OP practices across manufacturing units to enhance productivity and improve customer and supplier on-time delivery (COTD/SOTD) metrics.

• Identify, implement, and leverage digital platforms like SAP and other solutions to streamline and automate the SE&OP process, utilizing data analytics to enhance forecasting accuracy and drive informed decision-making.

• Develop and drive innovative training initiatives and technologies in collaboration with global, regional, and local stakeholders, ensuring rapid and scalable execution capability to meet the requirements of the BU Transformer 2030 strategy.

• Identify potential risks in the global supply chain and develop mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.

Roles and Responsibilities:

The responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• SE&OP Process Management:

  • Drive, develop, lead, and implement SE&OP Process Management, including Demand vs. Supply Planning for internal and external material and Inventory Management.

  • Establish and track key performance indicators for the SE&OP process.

• Continuous Improvement:

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the global S&OP process. Implement best practices and industry standards.

• Best Practices and Technology:

  • Implement best practices and leverage technology to improve planning accuracy and responsiveness.

Reporting:

• Prepare and present SE&OP reports to senior management.

Basic Qualifications (Required skills/experience)

• Experience in a global manufacturing environment, preferably with exposure to MTS, MTO, and ETO production models.

• Proven experience in managing global projects, with a solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools.

• Strong understanding of Sales, Engineering, and Operations Planning processes, as well as working knowledge of relevant technologies (e.g., SAP) and understanding of different Business Archetypes, like Make-to-Stock (MTO), Configure-to-Order (CTO), Manufacture-to-Order (MTO), and Engineer-to-Order (ETO).

• Experience leading and collaborating with cross-functional teams, including sales, engineering, and operations.

• Familiarity with change management principles and the ability to implement process improvements effectively.

• A strong commitment to understanding customer needs and delivering solutions that enhance satisfaction and loyalty.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences.

• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing solutions.

• Willingness to travel as needed to support rollouts and training, meet with units and functions, and participate in meetings and events.

Typical Education & Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is preferred.

• 10+ years of experience in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), or related roles.

• Proven experience in managing and implementing global projects, with a solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and business transformation.

• Understanding of market dynamics and customer requirements in a global context.

• Complex project management experience.

• Experience with demand planning and forecasting and supply management tools.

• Experience with SAP S/4 Hana.

• Advanced S&OP certificate or similar and proven track record.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate’s eligibility.

More about us

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader with a combined heritage of almost 250 years, employing around 42,000 people in 92+ countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, the business serves utility, industry, and infrastructure customers across the value chain, and emerging areas like sustainable mobility, smart cities, energy storage, and data centres. With a proven track record, global footprint, and unparalleled installed base, Hitachi Energy balances social, environmental, and economic values, and is committed to powering good for a sustainable energy future, with pioneering and digital technologies, as the partner of choice for enabling a stronger, smarter, and greener grid.

Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Innovation.

www.hitachienergy.com

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