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Head of Planning 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity


Join our Planning & Purchasing team in our bushing factory in Zürich-Altstetten as our Head of Planning! Our local product group Insulation & Components is the technology leader in design and manufacture of high voltage transformer bushings. All renowned international companies of the electrical industry, active in power generation, transmission and distribution are among our customers. We have a top position in the high voltage bushing areas worldwide.


How you'll make an impact

  • Lead and develop production planning- and operational purchasing team

  • Develop and maintain the master production schedule with Production Planners and analyze production capacity

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for scheduling data

  • Establish accurate delivery dates with Fulfillment team

  • Ensure MRP exception messages are read and managed

  • Incorporate demand forecasts into scheduling and establish and track KPI's for master plan adherence

  • Identify and implement process improvements

  • Contribute to the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process

  • As People Manager, you will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines


Your background

  • Degree in Engineering, Business Administrations, Supply Chain Management or a related field

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Planning & Fulfillment, Supply Chain Management or Operations Management, in a leadership position

  • Strong analytical skills to assess production capacity and inventory levels

  • Excellent communication and leadership skills to engage effectively with teams and stakeholders

  • Very good German and English skills


More about us


Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
 

Location Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Job type Full time
Experience Management
Job function Supply Chain
Contract Regular
Publication date 2025-09-04
Reference number R0103501

About Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.