Location:
Karlstein am Main, Bavaria, GermanyJob ID:
R0137769Date Posted:
2026-09-16Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AGProfession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The Opportunity
As Global Implementation Manager, you will play a key role in driving the successful deployment of industrial processes, systems, and product-related changes across our global manufacturing network. You will lead complex implementation initiatives, ensuring alignment between global standards and local operational requirements while supporting business transformation and operational excellence.
Working closely with stakeholders across Operations, R&D, Master Data Management, PLM, and Product Management, you will ensure smooth execution of global rollouts and sustainable adoption of new processes and technologies.
How you’ll make an impact
- Lead end-to-end implementation initiatives across Production Units and Feeder Factories worldwide
- Manage the implementation of change notifications from assessment and Change Review Board (CRB) decisions through communication, deployment, and successful completion
- Develop and maintain standardized implementation processes, governance structures, and documentation
- Establish and further develop the global Landscape Implementation Management (LIM) setup and organization
- Drive global implementation roadmaps, deployment strategies, and project plans
- Coordinate cross-functional projects involving Operations, R&D, Global Master Data, GPS, and the HVPLM Core Team
- Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure delivery on time, within scope, and in line with quality expectations
- Provide transparent reporting through defined KPIs, milestones, and governance frameworks
- Promote standardization, continuous improvement, and best practices across the global organization
- Support the implementation of global operating standards, processes, and digital solutions
- Define training requirements and coordinate capability-building initiatives for local teams and site leadership
- Facilitate knowledge transfer and ensure long-term adoption of new processes and systems
- Several years of experience in implementation management, transformation projects, or change management within an industrial environment
- Strong knowledge of operational master data management and related business processes
- Hands-on experience with PLM systems and SAP
- Solid understanding of High Voltage Products and associated manufacturing processes
- Strong expertise in process management, process definition, and standardization
- Experience working in global manufacturing organizations and matrix structures
- Project management experience and familiarity with established project management methodologies
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken
More about us
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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment
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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.
Skills Required
- Several years of experience in implementation management, transformation projects, or change management within an industrial environment
- Strong knowledge of operational master data management and related business processes
- Hands-on experience with PLM systems and SAP
- Solid understanding of High Voltage Products and associated manufacturing processes
- Strong expertise in process management, process definition, and standardization
- Experience working in global manufacturing organizations and matrix structures
- Project management experience and familiarity with established project management methodologies
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong stakeholder management skills
- Fluent English, written and spoken
What We Do
Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
