.DescriptionPosition OverviewHitachi Energy is currently looking for a Global SE&OP (Sales, Engineering and Operations Planning) Manager for the Transformers Business to join their team. This team seeks a skilled and motivated individual.The Transformers BU team leverages innovative and diverse technology to transform energy, delivering social, environmental, and economic value and enabling a sustainable energy future for current and future generations. The business's comprehensive portfolio includes power transformers, traction transformers, insulation and components, digital sensors, and transformer services. The Company's transformers have been deployed across power generation, transmission, and distribution to metals and mining, oil and gas, commercial and infrastructure projects, and mobility. As the grid becomes more complex, the transformers play an increasingly vital role in improving power quality and network management. The Company is proud to introduce its TXpert Ecosystem, the next level in transformer digitalization, further advancing its commitment to innovation and sustainability.The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment. He or she must be flexible to accommodate business requirements and experience in working with diverse groups and cultures. The ability to multitask and deliver within timelines is essential. The candidate will have excellent communication skills.Mission Statement:In a market-leading company with global sales and an extensive global presence, the newly established Global SE&OP Manager role oversees the interfaces and interactions between Sales, Engineering, and Operations Planning process to meet customer delivery commitments. This position is vital for maintaining competitiveness and managing significant order growth, particularly with a product portfolio focused on Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order and Engineer-to-Order products. The SE&OP Manager ensures the alignment of supply and demand, optimizes inventory levels, and enhances overall supply chain efficiency. Due to the importance of integrating Engineering for ETO business in overall sales and operations planning, this end-to-end process is internally referred to as SE&OP.Job Description:Define and establish global SE&OP as the critical function responsible for determining and optimizing manufacturing output levels in response to sales forecasts, ensuring that production plans effectively meet market demands while aligning with broader business goals.Lead the Global SE&OP process, including internal & external material demand planning, supply planning (including production scheduling), and inventory management.Define, develop, and operationalize uniform and harmonized global SE&OP standards, processes, and operating model & procedures in collaboration with related global functions and HUBs (regions), ensuring consistent application and high operational excellence across the BU