Global SCM Sustainability Specialist (f/m/d)

The Opportunity
Hitachi Energy is looking for a Global SCM Sustainability Specialist for the Business Unit Transformers to join our innovative and forward-thinking team in Zurich. In this role, you will facilitate global supplier due diligence and conduct sustainability assessments, ensuring compliance and driving best practices within the supply chain. This position offers a unique opportunity to expand your skills in sustainability and make a meaningful impact on the industry’s transition to a more sustainable future.

How you will make an impact

• Facilitate global supplier due diligence activities to promote collaboration and achieve sustainability objectives.
• Conduct sustainability assessments of suppliers to evaluate compliance with regulations and industry standards.
• Gather and analyze materials information from suppliers to ensure sustainability criteria are met and positively impact the supply chain.
• Follow up on key assessment findings with suppliers, ensuring effective implementation of remediation actions and improvement plans.
• Monitor supplier performance against sustainability metrics to identify opportunities for collaboration and enhancement.
• Conduct supply chain risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and recommend key mitigation strategies, as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement by sharing best practices and fostering innovation among teams and regions.
• Provide training and support to suppliers and stakeholders, enhancing their sustainability capabilities and ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Your background

• Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in supply chain management, sustainability, or related roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate data and identify trends related to supplier sustainability performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, facilitating effective interactions with diverse stakeholders, including suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Proven project management abilities, with experience in leading initiatives and coordinating multiple tasks.
• In-depth knowledge of sustainability standards, regulations, and best practices within the supply chain context, including expertise with LCA and/or EPD development.
• Willingness to travel internationally as needed to engage with suppliers and stakeholders.

More About Us

• You will do interesting and enriching work, as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement
• You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow – we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities
• We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought
• Our culture is one of a kind: come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion, and drive to the design and management of Pensions & Benefits at Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us ‘the place to be’ and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all
• Flexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunities
• A competitive compensation and benefits package