ph3Job Description /h3 h3The Opportunity /h3 pCircular economy is a key enabler of reducing environmental impacts, improving supply chain resilience, resource efficiency and supporting our climate transition ambitions.
/p pAs our Global Circular Economy Lead, you will drive the development and implementation of circular economy initiatives across Hitachi Energy's global operations and value chain.
Working closely with colleagues across RD, Supply Chain, Operations and Business Units, you will translate sustainability strategy into practical solutions that improve material efficiency, increase circularity performance and create long?term business value.
/p pThis is an exciting opportunity for an experienced sustainability professional who enjoys working across functions, influencing stakeholders globally and delivering measurable impact.
/p pThis position will report to Global Environmental Sustainability Manager in the global corporate sustainability function /p h3How you'll make an impact /h3 ullipServe as the global focal point and technical subject matter expert for circular economy, providing strategic guidance across Business Units, Functions, and regions.
/p /lilipLead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Global Circularity Protocol across Hitachi Energy, including defining circularity methodologies, key performance indicators, and reporting working together with sustainability performance manager.
/p /lilipDrive the development and deployment of Hitachi Energy's Low-Carbon and Circular Materials Framework, accelerating the adoption of recycled, renewable, low?carbon, and circular materials across the value chain.
/p /lilipCollaborate with Supply Chain Management, Product Portfolio Management, Engineering, and Business Units to embed circular economy principles into products, services, operations, and business processes.
/p /lilipSupport in advancing circular product and service strategies, including eco?design, life extension, refurbishment, remanufacturing, reuse, recycling, value recovery, and digital product transparency.
/p /lilipDevelop tools, standards, methodologies, guidance, training materials, and best practices to enable consistent implementation of circular economy principles globally.
/p /lilipMonitor market trends, customer expectations, competitor activities, emerging technologies, regulatory developments, and industry best practices related to circular economy, sustainable materials, eco?design, critical raw materials, digital product passports, and sustainability reporting.
/p /lilipIdentify opportunities to create business value through circular business models, lifecycle services, sustainable materials innovation, and resource efficiency initiatives, while supporting Marketing Sales organisation in translating circularity into compelling customer value propositions.
/p /lilipSupport the Global Environmental Sustainability Manager in environmental due diligence activities, including the assessment of environmental risks, impacts,



dependencies, opportunities, and regulatory obligations associated with strategic initiatives, partnerships, acquisitions, suppliers, and emerging requirements.
/p /lilipPrepare sustainability disclosures, reporting related to circular economy, resource use, materials, and ensuring alignment with applicable frameworks, standards, and regulatory requirements.
/p /li /ul h3Your Background /h3 ullipMaster's degree in environmental science, Engineering, Sustainability, Circular Economy or a related field or MBA in circular business models.
/p /lilipSignificant experience in environmental sustainability, circular economy, within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
/p /lilipStrong understanding of circular economy principles, material flows and product life cycle thinking.
/p /lilipExperience leading global or cross?functional projects in a multinational organisation.
/p /lilipKnowledge of sustainable product design, recycled materials, resource efficiency or waste management programmes.
/p /lilipUnderstanding of sustainability reporting and disclosure frameworks and evolving circular economy regulations.
/p /lilipExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
/p /lilipStrong analytical and project management capabilities.
/p /lilipAbility to influence without formal authority in a global matrix organization.
/p /lilipFluency in English.
/p /lilipAvailability to travel up to 30% of the time /p /li /ul h3What You'll Bring /h3 pYou are a collaborative and pragmatic sustainability professional who combines technical knowledge with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
You enjoy turning ambitious sustainability goals into practical actions and working with diverse teams to deliver measurable environmental and business outcomes.
/p pYou are curious, proactive and motivated by creating innovative solutions that contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
/p pWe believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded.
Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fuelling engagement, performance, and growth.
By prioritizing well?being, we build a work place where personal and organizational success grow together.
/p pThe minimum salary for this position in the location specified is as follows: /p ullipItaly: starting from 52,700 gross annual salary, /p /lilipApplicable CBA: Metalmeccanico /p /li /ul pThe final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.




/p pThis role may be open in multiple locations.
If the salary information listed is not applicable for your current home location, salary details relevant to your location will be discussed with you at a later stage.
/p pOur agevolazioni offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes: /p ullipCompetitive salary and incentives /p /lilipWell?being and care /p /lilipPaid and unpaid leave /p /lilipFlexible work options /p /lilipBenefits that support your financial security /p /li /ul pYou will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.
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/p h3Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment /h3 pAs 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.
/p h3Background Screening and Security Checks /h3 pAs 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.
/p pFor 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.
/p pThe 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.
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