SCM Manager 80 - 100 % (f/m/d)

The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced SCM Manager to lead our Category Management team (7 Category Managers) and drive strategic sourcing, supplier performance, and supply chain resilience for our business. In this senior role, you will shape category strategies, manage key supplier relationships, and ensure strong alignment with Procurement Operations, Planning, Engineering, Quality, and our factories

How you'll make an impact

• Lead and develop the Category Management team, building capabilities and ensuring high performance
• Define and implement category strategies that secure reliable supply, competitive cost levels, and reduced risk
• Oversee complex negotiations and contracts in collaboration with Legal
• Manage senior supplier relationships and steer escalations to resolution
• Align closely with Procurement Operations on strategy execution and supply performance
• Support Planning with risk assessments, demand insights, and mitigation actions
• Drive costout, valueengineering, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Track supplier KPIs, contractual compliance, and category performance

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business or similar
• 7-10 years' experience in sourcing or supply chain roles, including 3-5 years in leadership
• Strong background in supplier management, contract negotiation, and category strategy
• Confident communicator and stakeholder manager at all levels of the organization
• Proficient in SAP and supply chain tools; fluent in English
• Willingness to travel as needed

• You will do interesting and enriching work, as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement
• You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow - we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities
• We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought
• Our culture is one of a kind: come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion, and drive to the design and management of Pensions & Benefits at Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us 'the place to be' and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all
• Flexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunities
• A competitive compensation and benefits package