Supply Chain Engineering Specialist

Location: Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden Job ID: R0129358 Date Posted: 2026-08-06 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity As a Supply Chain Engineering Specialist, you will serve as the dedicated SCM representative in cross-functional projects, ensuring that all supply chain and supplier-related activities are planned, executed, and delivered on time. You will act as the single point of contact for Supply Chain Management within projects, coordinating activities across Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Quality, Engineering, Production Quality and others. You will own and drive all SCM-related deliverables throughout the project lifecycle. How you'll make an impact Act as the SCM representative and primary SCM interface in new product introduction (NPI), product change, product phase-out and factory improvement projects. Coordinate supplier-related project deliverables, ensuring material availability, supplier readiness, and on-time execution of project milestones. Manage the end-to-end procurement process for project materials, including RFQs, supplier evaluations, sourcing recommendations and purchase order execution. Lead supplier selection with strategic buyers to identify the best long-term supplier. Identify supply chain risks, proactively develop mitigation plans, and escalate issues when required. Initiate and follow up supplier qualification activities together with Supplier Quality Engineering Secure material availability for pilot production, zero series, and production start. Support continuous improvement of product implementation and industrialization processes from a supply chain perspective. Your background Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or equivalent experience. Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional teams in an industrial or manufacturing environment. Good understanding of sourcing processes, supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and supply chain risk management. A proactive and solution-oriented mindset, with a proven ability to tackle complex problems, prioritize actions and deliver results under changing conditions Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple parallel activities and stakeholders. Self-driven and a strong sense of ownership Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Fluent in English and Swedish, both written and spoken. Meritorious: Knowledge of manufacturing processes and supplier networks Previous experience within Supply Chain Management, procurement or related activities Experience working in ERP systems, preferably SAP. Experience with PPAP, NPI processes, supplier qualification, or quality assurance 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: Philip Bengtsson, +46 107-38 25 17; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107 38 70 43; Unionen: Michael Fosselius, +46 107 38 46 19 Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. 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