SCM Change Management and Continuous Improvement Manager (f/m/d) At Hitachi Energy, we are shaping a more sustainable energy future and our supply chains play a critical role in making that happen. As SCM Change Management and Continuous Improvement Manager, you will take on a global role where your work truly matters: embedding regulatory requirements into scalable, end‑to‑end SCM processes, driving continuous improvement, and enabling modern, data‑ and AI‑ready ways of working. If you are motivated by creating lasting impact beyond individual projects, this role offers a unique opportunity to do so at global scale.
You will play a global role within our Change Management and Continuous Improvement (CMCI) organization, strengthening SCM regulatory compliance by embedding regulatory requirements into scalable, end‑to‑end SCM processes reused across regulations such as EUDR, CBAM, and other ESG‑related requirements. You will drive continuous improvement and digital enablement, simplifying processes, reducing manual effort, and enabling data‑driven and AI‑ready ways of working in close collaboration with data, digital, and IT teams. In addition, you will support change adoption, capability development, and knowledge management, ensuring sustainable implementation across Business Units and Functions. This role will report to the Head of SCM Change Management & Continuous Improvement and join an international CMCI team shaping the future of supply chain management at Hitachi Energy.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Design, implement, and continuously improve scalable SCM regulatory compliance processes that are reusable across regulations and Business Units
Shift regulatory compliance from project‑based delivery to standardized, end‑to‑end SCM processes embedded in operations
Embed compliance‑by‑design through technology‑enabled monitoring, controls, and escalation mechanisms
Support internal and external audits through robust process design, clear governance, and audit‑ready execution
Drive change management and enablement to ensure SCM teams and suppliers are ready for evolving regulatory requirements
Deliver measurable efficiency, quality, and resilience improvements by simplifying processes, strengthening adherence, and reducing manual effort
Identify and eliminate recurring root causes from audits, incidents, and operational data to prevent repeat issues
Collaborate with CSS Service Excellence and Celonis CoE to enable data‑driven, automated, and AI‑ready process improvements
Partner with Data Governance, IT Enablement, and Business Innovation teams to enable analytics, intelligent monitoring, and decision‑making
Support functional capability development and knowledge management by translating regulatory and process requirements into structured, reusable learning and knowledge assets
Your Background
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations, Quality, or a related field
Minimum 7 years of professional experience in supply chain operations, regulatory environments, process excellence, or transformation roles within complex, global organizations
Experience working in regulated, audit‑intensive, or governance‑driven environments
Ability to operate at Manager or Senior Professional level, managing complex initiatives with a high degree of autonomy
Experience with compliance technology, data analytics, process mining (e.g. Celonis), and digital traceability solutions
Familiarity with ERP / SCM systems (e.g. SAP / S/4HANA) is an advantage
Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
More about us We believegreat workthrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported andfairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a work place where personal and organizational success grow together.
The minimum salary for this position in specified location:
Italy: starting from 76,400 EUR gross annual salary
The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.
This role may be open in multiple locations. If the salary information listed is not applicable for your current home location, salary details relevant to your location will be discussed with you at a later stage.
Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:
Competitive salary and incentives
Well-being and care
Paid and unpaid leave
Flexible work options
Benefits that support your financial security
Job type Full time
Experience Experienced
Job function Project | Program Management
Contract Regular
About Hitachi Energy We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission‑critical technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.
With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.
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You will play a global role within our Change Management and Continuous Improvement (CMCI) organization, strengthening SCM regulatory compliance by embedding regulatory requirements into scalable, end‑to‑end SCM processes reused across regulations such as EUDR, CBAM, and other ESG‑related requirements. You will drive continuous improvement and digital enablement, simplifying processes, reducing manual effort, and enabling data‑driven and AI‑ready ways of working in close collaboration with data, digital, and IT teams. In addition, you will support change adoption, capability development, and knowledge management, ensuring sustainable implementation across Business Units and Functions. This role will report to the Head of SCM Change Management & Continuous Improvement and join an international CMCI team shaping the future of supply chain management at Hitachi Energy.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Design, implement, and continuously improve scalable SCM regulatory compliance processes that are reusable across regulations and Business Units
Shift regulatory compliance from project‑based delivery to standardized, end‑to‑end SCM processes embedded in operations
Embed compliance‑by‑design through technology‑enabled monitoring, controls, and escalation mechanisms
Support internal and external audits through robust process design, clear governance, and audit‑ready execution
Drive change management and enablement to ensure SCM teams and suppliers are ready for evolving regulatory requirements
Deliver measurable efficiency, quality, and resilience improvements by simplifying processes, strengthening adherence, and reducing manual effort
Identify and eliminate recurring root causes from audits, incidents, and operational data to prevent repeat issues
Collaborate with CSS Service Excellence and Celonis CoE to enable data‑driven, automated, and AI‑ready process improvements
Partner with Data Governance, IT Enablement, and Business Innovation teams to enable analytics, intelligent monitoring, and decision‑making
Support functional capability development and knowledge management by translating regulatory and process requirements into structured, reusable learning and knowledge assets
Your Background
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations, Quality, or a related field
Minimum 7 years of professional experience in supply chain operations, regulatory environments, process excellence, or transformation roles within complex, global organizations
Experience working in regulated, audit‑intensive, or governance‑driven environments
Ability to operate at Manager or Senior Professional level, managing complex initiatives with a high degree of autonomy
Experience with compliance technology, data analytics, process mining (e.g. Celonis), and digital traceability solutions
Familiarity with ERP / SCM systems (e.g. SAP / S/4HANA) is an advantage
Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
More about us We believegreat workthrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported andfairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a work place where personal and organizational success grow together.
The minimum salary for this position in specified location:
Italy: starting from 76,400 EUR gross annual salary
The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.
This role may be open in multiple locations. If the salary information listed is not applicable for your current home location, salary details relevant to your location will be discussed with you at a later stage.
Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:
Competitive salary and incentives
Well-being and care
Paid and unpaid leave
Flexible work options
Benefits that support your financial security
Job type Full time
Experience Experienced
Job function Project | Program Management
Contract Regular
About Hitachi Energy We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission‑critical technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.
With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.
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