What are the responsibilities and job description for the SCM Governance, Master Data & Process Excellence Lead position at Hitachi Energy?
The Opportunity
In this role, you will oversee end-to-end supply chain governance and process excellence across the North America region, ensuring alignment with global frameworks and standards. You will manage process ownership, documentation, and standardization while maintaining data integrity and performance visibility through KPIs and dashboards. The work involves leading process harmonization, supporting system adoption, enabling digital transformation, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain functions. You will address challenges related to process inconsistency, data quality, and performance gaps by implementing governance structures, conducting audits, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Your contribution supports the delivery of consistent, high-quality supply chain operations, enabling reliability, efficiency, and innovation in the broader power grid ecosystem through improved data transparency, standardized processes, and system alignment.
How You'll make an impact
Master Data Governance & Data Quality
Own SCM master data governance framework (materials, vendors, parameters)
Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across systems
Define data ownership, maintenance processes, and controls
Monitor and improve data quality through KPIs and governance routines
Partner with Business IS to ensure proper data structures and system alignment
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Your Background
Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
5-10 years (Leadership position) / 5 years (Specialist) in Supply Chain, Process Excellence, or Operations
Proven experience in process governance and standardization
Experience with ERP systems (SAP)
Strong background in master data governance and performance management
Exposure to global or multi-regional environments
More About Us
You will gain opportunities to expand your experience through cross-functional collaboration and exposure to global supply chain practices.
Work on innovative energy technologies
Collaboration with experienced professionals
Learning and development opportunities
Health and retirement benefits
Paid leave and flexibility
Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. We welcome you to apply and want you to know that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veterans' status or any other legally protected characteristic.