Material Planner

Location:

Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID:

R0136335

Date Posted:

2026-08-17

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

We are now looking for a Material Planner within HVDC Control & Protection.  This is a role with many interfaces and interesting work tasks, there will be opportunities for learning and development due to our growing organization. It is very important that our team culture is flexible, transparent, and cooperative. Reporting to Team Manager Material Management - HVDC Control & Protection Operations. You will be responsible of the material administration for some dedicated projects, from project start until shipping to site. 

We are interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with, so don’t hesitate to apply even though you don’t meet all requirements. A team with great cooperation and with diverse backgrounds is waiting for you to join! 

How you will make an impact

• Create purchase requests and follow up on delivery with SCM 
• Plan and release material for production
• Have a close collaboration with the Sub-project managers 
• Coordinate with the project, production planner and the warehouse to ensure to have the material in right place in the right time 
• Show a practical approach planning and knowledge of production processes
• Proactively challenging existing ways of working, proposing improvements to processes and work practices
• You will communicate at all levels in the business and various professionals

Your background

• At least 3-5 years of experience in the industry
• Educational background in scientific or technical subject
• Knowledge in business system SAP (SAP4Hana) to perform production orders and material stock status is advantageous
• Experienced with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Power Point etc.)
• Experience with “Data analyzing” and “Project Management” related work is meriting
• Experience with improvement work is meriting
• Proficient and fluent in English and Swedish is required

What we offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development​
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More about us

Are you ready to join Hitachi Energy for a career with no limits and a place where you can be yourself?  We are ready for you! Welcome to apply for this position!

Recruiting Manager, Alma S Särneroth, alma.s.sarneroth@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Unionen Fredrik Holmgren +46 107 38 21 85; SACO Mikael Hjort +46 107 38 29 86; Ledarna Frank Hollstedt +46 107 38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Julia Wiklund, Julia.wiklund1@hitachienergy.com

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.