Global SCM Material Sustainability Lead (f/m/d)

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Global SCM Material Sustainability Lead for the Business Unit Transformers to join our innovative and forward-thinking team. In this role, you will lead the end-to-end management of the Material Sustainability pillar, aligning methodologies for environmental impact assessments, defining processes, implementing initiatives, and monitoring progress across the business unit. This is your opportunity to align with business objectives and regulatory requirements, supporting the organization’s sustainability goals and making a meaningful impact in the energy industry.

How you will make an impact

- Drive the BU supply chain sustainability strategy, focusing on material sustainability and business alignment.
- Monitor sustainability trends, regulations, and customer requirements, integrating them into plans and processes.
- Standardize material sustainability processes and ensure effective implementation across the supply chain.
- Lead sustainability improvement initiatives, including decarbonization and supplier engagement.
- Track sustainability performance and drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights.
- Develop and maintain material sustainability data, enabling consistent LCA, EPD, and PCF assessments.
- Partner with suppliers and stakeholders to advance emission reduction and sustainable practices.
- Deliver training and promote best practices across the SCM community.
- Align and apply methodologies for assessing material environmental impacts in line with evolving standards.
- Support supplier requirements, material selection, environmental claims, and customer sustainability requests

Your background

- Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering,



Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain management with focus on sustainability, with proven leadership in strategy and roadmap creation, preferably within global or large-scale organizations.
- Strong expertise in materials sustainability standards such as ISO 14040/14044, ISO 14067, the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, and related frameworks.
- Extensive experience with Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), and implementing global sustainability programs related to materials and suppliers.
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and executing strategic initiatives in complex, international environments.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships and inspire change at all organization levels.

More about us

We believegreat workthrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported andfairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a work place where personal and organizational success grow together.

The minimum salary for this position in specified location:

Italy: starting from 62,200 EUR gross annual salary





The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.

This 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.

Our agevolazioni offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

Competitive salary and incentives

Well-being and care

Paid and unpaid leave

Flexible work options

Benefits that support your financial security

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Job type Full time

Work arrangement Hybrid

Experience Experienced

Job function Supply Chain

Contract Regular

Publication date

Reference number R

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.

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