Location:Ludvika, Dalarna County, SwedenJob ID: R0088749Date Posted:2025-08-15Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Production &amp; Skilled TradesJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<div><div>The Opportunity </div><div>We 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.  </div><div> </div><div>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. </div><div> </div><div>How you'll make an impact </div><div><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of work preparation specialists. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Plan and prioritize the team’s work preparation activities to align with production schedules and project timelines. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Oversee the creation and maintenance of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and routings in SAP based on engineering drawings. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Ensure the accuracy and completeness of material master data to support purchasing, planning, and production. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Collaborate closely with engineering to interpret technical drawings and ensure correct data input into ERP systems. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Act as the primary liaison between engineering, purchasing, and production to resolve issues related to BOMs, routings, and material data. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Manage updates to master data in response to engineering changes or product revisions. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Hold end responsibility for product classification to ensure compliance with customs and export control regulations </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Your Background </div></div><div><div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or equivalent work experience in a similar field </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production planning environment </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Strong proficiency in SAP (especially modules related to BOM, routing, and material master data) </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Solid understanding of technical drawings, manufacturing processes, and ERP systems </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Experience with customs classification and export control regulations is highly desirable </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Fluency in both Swedish and English, written and spoken </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>What we offer </div><div><ul><li>Collective agreement </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Flexible working time </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Health care and wellness allowance </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Various trainings and education supporting employee development​ </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Supplementary compensation for parental leave </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>More about us  </div></div><div> Are 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!   </div><div>Recruiting manager Michiel Jansen <a href="mailto:michiel.jansen@hitachienergy.com">michiel.jansen@hitachienergy.com</a> 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.  </div><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

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Work Preparation Manager

Location:Ludvika, Dalarna County, SwedenJob ID: R0088749Date Posted:2025-08-15Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Production &amp; Skilled TradesJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<div><div>The Opportunity&nbsp;</div><div>We 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.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>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.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>How you'll make an impact&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of work preparation specialists.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Plan and prioritize the team’s work preparation activities to align with production schedules and project timelines.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Oversee the creation and maintenance of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and routings in SAP based on engineering drawings.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Ensure the accuracy and completeness of material master data to support purchasing, planning, and production.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Collaborate closely with engineering to interpret technical drawings and ensure correct data input into ERP systems.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Act as the primary liaison between engineering, purchasing, and production to resolve issues related to BOMs, routings, and material data.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Manage updates to master data in response to engineering changes or product revisions.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Hold end responsibility for product classification to ensure compliance with customs and export control regulations&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Your Background&nbsp;</div></div><div><div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or equivalent work experience in a similar field&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production planning environment&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Strong proficiency in SAP (especially modules related to BOM, routing, and material master data)&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Solid understanding of technical drawings, manufacturing processes, and ERP systems&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Experience with customs classification and export control regulations is highly desirable&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Fluency in both Swedish and English, written and spoken&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>What we offer&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Collective agreement&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Flexible working time&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Health care and wellness allowance&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Various trainings and education supporting employee development​&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Supplementary compensation for parental leave&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>More about us&nbsp;&nbsp;</div></div><div> Are 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!&nbsp; &nbsp;</div><div>Recruiting manager Michiel Jansen <a href="mailto:michiel.jansen@hitachienergy.com">michiel.jansen@hitachienergy.com</a> 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. &nbsp;</div><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

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