Work Preparation Manager

The OpportunityWe are seeking a highly organized and technically proficient Manager to lead the Work Preparation Team at our Ludvika Power Transformers Factory. This team plays a critical role in bridging engineering, purchasing, and production by ensuring accurate and timely preparation of master data in SAP.As a Work Preparation Manager, you will also be responsible for product classification to ensure customs and trade compliance. The ideal candidate has a strong background in manufacturing processes, ERP systems (especially SAP), and technical documentation, along with knowledge of customs regulations and export control.How You'll Make An ImpactLead, mentor, and develop a team of work preparation specialists. Plan and prioritize the team’s work preparation activities to align with production schedules and project timelines. Oversee the creation and maintenance of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and routings in SAP based on engineering drawings. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of material master data to support purchasing, planning, and production. Collaborate closely with engineering to interpret technical drawings and ensure correct data input into ERP systems. Act as the primary liaison between engineering, purchasing, and production to resolve issues related to BOMs, routings, and material data. Manage updates to master data in response to engineering changes or product revisions. Hold end responsibility for product classification to ensure compliance with customs and export control regulations Your BackgroundBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or equivalent work experience in a similar field Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production planning environment Strong proficiency in SAP (especially modules related to BOM, routing, and material master data) Solid understanding of technical drawings, manufacturing processes, and ERP systems Experience with customs classification and export control regulations is highly desirable Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Fluency in both Swedish and English, written and spoken What We OfferCollective agreement Flexible working time Health care and wellness allowance Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase Various trainings and education supporting employee development Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden Supplementary compensation for parental leave Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks More About UsAre you ready for new and exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!Recruiting manager Michiel Jansen michiel.jansen@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer:Håkan Blomquist 46 107 383 152; Unionen: Olle Ruzicka +46 107383144; Ledarna: Frank Hollestedt +46 10 7387043. Any other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Antra Volujevica antra.volujevica@hitachienergy.com.Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.