HUB Europe Transformer -Digital Business Process Owner

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Senior level
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The Role
Leads the SAP Expert team across 17 factories, driving digital transformation, globally harmonized processes, SAP adoption, and operational improvement. The role manages stakeholders, budgets, risks, compliance, change initiatives, training, and team development while partnering with digital transformation and business leadership to implement standardized processes across the manufacturing value chain.
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Location:

Bad Honnef, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Job ID:

R0147220

Date Posted:

2026-10-19

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Profession (Job Category):

Quality Management

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Lead the SAP Expert team within BU TR Hub EUC which supports the SAP users as internal business partners to train, improve processes and harmonize the way of working within SAP templates across 17 factories.


Drive digitalization and global program implementation within the HUB by ensuring adherence to standard processes and effective use of core systems across the full value chain - from quotation and engineering to project management, manufacturing, and shipment. Identify, analyze and enhance business processes to enable continuous improvement, innovation, and sustainable growth, while harmonizing operations and resolving user issues. Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders and Digital Transformation Organization (DTO) to enhance organizational efficiency and promote operational excellence.


Key Tasks

§   Collaborate within Digital Transformation Organization (DTO) to share best practices and drive commonality.

§   Work with HUB IS and HUB Controller on budget and demand planning.

§   Lead HUB activities and conduct monthly update sessions with HUB management.

§   Lead the Hub SAP Expert team as line manager and develop the team members

§   Coach less experienced staff and provide training to develop new talent.

§   Drive adoption of globally harmonized processes.

§   Minimize local customizations in processes.

§   Communicate benefits of global processes to stakeholders.

§   Secure stakeholders buy-in for change initiatives.

§   Assess risks related to change initiatives.

§   Develop risk mitigation strategies.

§   Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

 

Requirements

§   Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field.

§   Minimum of 5 years of experience in operational roles related to business process management or digital program implementation in the manufacturing industry.

§   Minimum 5 years of experience in people management and development

§   Strong understanding of change management methodologies and best practices.

§   Proficient in data analysis and reporting, with the ability to synthesize information and derive actionable insights for process improvement.

§   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and persuade diverse stakeholders at all levels.

§   Demonstrated competence in influencing and motivating teams to adopt new processes, reduce resistance, and achieve successful transitions to globally harmonized practices.

 

 

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As 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.
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

  • Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
  • At least 5 years of experience in operational business process management or digital program implementation within manufacturing
  • At least 5 years of experience in people management and development
  • Strong understanding of change management methodologies and best practices
  • Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, including synthesizing information into actionable process-improvement insights
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders at all levels
  • Ability to influence and motivate teams to adopt new processes, reduce resistance, and implement harmonized practices
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The Company
HQ: Tokyo
33,676 Employees

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.

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