Global SCM Sustainability Specialist (f/m/d)
Hitachi
Zürich, Switzerland · Marmara 844 00, Greece · Madrid, Spain · Padua, Province of Padua, Italy · Łódź, Poland · Milan, Italy · Kraków, Poland · Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland · Zaragoza, Spain · Istanbul, İstanbul, Turkey · Istanbul, İstanbul, Turkey · Remote
Posted on Jun 2, 2025
Location:
Remote - Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID:
R0087803Date Posted:
2025-06-02Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):
Customer Service & Contact Center OperationsJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
YesJob Description:
The opportunity
Hitachi Energy is looking for a Global SCM Sustainability Specialist for the Business Unit Transformers to join our innovative and forward-thinking team. In this role, you will facilitate global supplier due diligence and conduct sustainability assessments, ensuring compliance and driving best practices within the supply chain. This position offers a unique opportunity to expand your skills in sustainability and make a meaningful impact on the industry’s transition to a more sustainable future.
How you will make an impact
- Facilitate global supplier due diligence activities to promote collaboration and achieve sustainability objectives
- Conduct sustainability assessments of suppliers to evaluate compliance with regulations and industry standards
- Gather and analyze materials information from suppliers to ensure sustainability criteria are met and positively impact the supply chain
- Follow up on key assessment findings with suppliers, ensuring effective implementation of remediation actions and improvement plans
- Monitor supplier performance against sustainability metrics to identify opportunities for collaboration and enhancement
- Conduct supply chain risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and recommend key mitigation strategies, as needed
- Drive continuous improvement by sharing best practices and fostering innovation among teams and regions
- Provide training and support to suppliers and stakeholders, enhancing their sustainability capabilities and ensuring alignment with business objectives
Your background
- Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, sustainability, or related roles
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate data and identify trends related to supplier sustainability performance
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, facilitating effective interactions with diverse stakeholders, including suppliers and cross-functional teams
- Proven project management abilities, with experience in leading initiatives and coordinating multiple tasks
- In-depth knowledge of sustainability standards, regulations, and best practices within the supply chain context
- Willingness to travel internationally as needed to engage with suppliers and stakeholders
More About Us
- 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