Material Planner
Hitachi Energy Sweden ABSammanfattning
Hitachi Energy is seeking a Material Planner for its Grid Automation & Communication unit in Västerås. This role involves managing end-to-end inventory planning, from purchase requisition to customer invoicing, while ensuring effective communication with internal stakeholders and suppliers. The position emphasizes teamwork, curiosity, and a proactive approach to inventory optimization in a collaborative environment.Jobbet i korthet
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Collective agreement and occupational pension options.Group life insurance and additional insurances.Flex-time and shortened working hours options.Hybrid work arrangements and home workplace setup allowances.Health care and wellness allowance.Health insurance including dental and vision allowances.Psychological support program.Supplementary compensation for parental leave.Training and education opportunities for employee development.Internal career opportunities both in Sweden and globally.
Ansök senast: 2026-10-25
Publicerad: 2026-10-14
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The opportunity
Grid Automation & Communication is a business unit within Hitachi Energy located in Västerås. In this role as Material Planner, you will be responsible for end-to-end inventory planning, supporting the process from purchase requisition to customer invoice. You will support internal customer service inquiries, set inventory parameters and targets, and ensure adequate replenishment through purchase orders.
Do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all requirements. The most important qualities for this role are your personality, willingness to learn, and curiosity to explore new areas. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills are essential for success.
How you'll make an impact
Follow up with suppliers and closely monitor material availability to ensure project deliveries and transportation are kept under control.
Actively participate in production planning activities.
Provide excellent service to both internal stakeholders and suppliers through daily collaboration and communication.
Proactively identify and implement actions to optimize inventory performance in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Logistics.
Ensure inventory levels support business requirements while balancing cost and availability.
Your background
You are a structured, ambitious, and self-motivated person with the ability to see the bigger picture.
You have a strong customer focus combined with an understanding of internal business requirements.
You possess excellent communication and collaboration skills and can work effectively with operators, colleagues, suppliers, and management.
You have 3-5 years of experience in a similar material planning or supply chain role.
You have strong SAP knowledge.
You are proficient in English, as you will be part of an international environment and collaborate with colleagues around the world.
Key Success Factors
Strong planning and organizational skills
A proactive and solution-oriented mindset
Ability to build relationships and work across multiple functions
High attention to detail while maintaining a holistic business perspective
Willingness to learn and continuously develop
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: Klas Koppari, +46 107- 38 13 45; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 45; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42.
Grid Automation & Communication is a business unit within Hitachi Energy located in Västerås. In this role as Material Planner, you will be responsible for end-to-end inventory planning, supporting the process from purchase requisition to customer invoice. You will support internal customer service inquiries, set inventory parameters and targets, and ensure adequate replenishment through purchase orders.
Do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all requirements. The most important qualities for this role are your personality, willingness to learn, and curiosity to explore new areas. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills are essential for success.
How you'll make an impact
Follow up with suppliers and closely monitor material availability to ensure project deliveries and transportation are kept under control.
Actively participate in production planning activities.
Provide excellent service to both internal stakeholders and suppliers through daily collaboration and communication.
Proactively identify and implement actions to optimize inventory performance in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Logistics.
Ensure inventory levels support business requirements while balancing cost and availability.
Your background
You are a structured, ambitious, and self-motivated person with the ability to see the bigger picture.
You have a strong customer focus combined with an understanding of internal business requirements.
You possess excellent communication and collaboration skills and can work effectively with operators, colleagues, suppliers, and management.
You have 3-5 years of experience in a similar material planning or supply chain role.
You have strong SAP knowledge.
You are proficient in English, as you will be part of an international environment and collaborate with colleagues around the world.
Key Success Factors
Strong planning and organizational skills
A proactive and solution-oriented mindset
Ability to build relationships and work across multiple functions
High attention to detail while maintaining a holistic business perspective
Willingness to learn and continuously develop
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: Klas Koppari, +46 107- 38 13 45; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 45; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42.
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