Global Process Improvement Project Manager
As part of the general industrial footprint, High Voltage business has established a Global Process Transformation Team. We are seeking a dynamic and results‐driven Operational Excellence & Transformation Manager to drive process optimization, system integration, and behavioral transformation across the end‐to‐end materials value chain. This role will be instrumental in guiding standardization, continuous improvement, and full system utilization across planning, procurement, logistics, and material management for manufacturing operations across our global sites. The ideal candidate is both a strategic thinker and hands‐on influencer with experience in process development, ERP integration, KPI establishment, and coaching cross‐functional teams to adopt and sustain change. This role will report to the High Voltage BU Global Head of Material Management. Understand and improve the entire value chain from demand planning to product delivery, ensuring cross‐functional alignment
Analyze, design, and document business processes across functions to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
ERP Integration: Lead or support the integration of ERP systems into business processes, ensuring optimal configuration and adoption
Ensure full utilization of business systems, eliminating manual workarounds and leveraging digital tools for efficiency and accuracy
Coaching & Training: Provide coaching and training to individuals and teams to develop capabilities in lean practices, systems usage, and behavioral transformation




Design and implement performance measurement tools to monitor, track, and drive accountability for key operational metrics
Auditing, Compliance & Governance: Implement governance frameworks, conduct audits, and ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
Relevant experience in operational excellence, transformation, or business process improvement; Strong understanding of manufacturing and supply chain operations for complex engineered industrial products
Extensive knowledge of implementation of ERP systems (SAP is a must) and digital tools in a multi‐site manufacturing operation environment
Proven experience in coaching, change management, and stakeholder engagement
We offer you the opportunity to work with fantastic people and develop yourself on projects that present great technical challenges and have a real impact. Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. 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.
Mid‐Senior level
Full‐time
Management and Manufacturing
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing and IT Services and IT Consulting
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📌 Project & Improvement Manager (Madrid)
🏢 Hitachi Energy
📍 Madrid