Transport and Logistic Manager BU High Voltage (f/m/d)

The opportunity

We are looking for a Business Unit (BU) Transportation & Logistics (T&L) Manager plays a pivotal role in aligning and executing the global TT&L strategy within the business unit. Acting as a strategic liaison between Hitachi Energy’s central TT&L organization and the BU, the manager ensures seamless collaboration with interfacing functions and drives operational excellence across all logistics activities.

As a key change agent, the T&L Manager leads the successful rollout of new projects, tools, and processes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. They are responsible for implementing best practices that enhance service quality while optimizing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

• Ensure compliance with global policies, processes, and governance for General Cargo operations not managed by the Transport Trade and Logistics CoE.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze deviations, and implement corrective actions to ensure operational excellence.
• Act as liaison to the Center of Expertise (CoE) and oversee service performance for CoE-covered operations.
• Drive awareness and support the rollout of new TT&L tools, processes, and projects through effective change management.
• Lead and develop teams by ensuring proper staffing, coaching, and succession planning in line with HR policies.
• Implement TT&L strategy, adapt global processes to local needs, and ensure alignment with business requirements.
• Identify and pursue continuous improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, quality, and sustainability.
• Share best practices and support end-to-end process optimization and standardization across regions.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional initiatives to improve delivery performance, lead times, inventory, and resource utilization using Lean Six Sigma tools.
• Develop and maintain process maps, provide training, and ensure alignment with interfacing functions and policies

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 10 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain management
• At least 3 years of proven leadership and people management experience
• Strong communication, influencing, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Solid knowledge of customs regulations, legal, and commercial terms
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
• Willingness to travel up to 25%