Zurich-based green-tech company Hitachi Zosen Inova (HZI) is a global leader in solutions for energy transition and circular economy including Waste to Energy and Renewable Gas (RG), operating as part of the Hitachi Zosen Corporation Group. HZI acts as a project developer, technology supplier and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor delivering complete turnkey plants and system solutions for thermal and biological waste recovery. Its solutions are based on efficient and environmentally sound technologies, are thoroughly tested, and can be flexibly adapted to customer requirements. HZI’s Service Solutions Group combines its own research and development with comprehensive manufacturing and erection capabilities to provide support throughout a plant’s entire plant cycle. HZI works for customers ranging from established waste management companies to up-and-coming partners in new markets. Its innovative and reliable solutions have been part of more than 1,600 reference projects worldwide.

www.hz-inova.com.

Who we are and who we are looking for

We are a global cleantech company operating in Energy from waste (EfW) and Renewable gas. With offices in 14 different countries, we provide our employees exciting opportunities to participate in global projects in their respective functional field. For our new global Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) - project “OneERP”, we are looking for new colleagues to support and lead the global implementation of IFS Cloud and we offer a long term opportunity to become a functional processes owner. At Hitachi Zosen Inova you will work with experienced professionals and young and driven colleagues from more than 30 countries.

We're looking for a skilled professional to lead the implementation of the Supply chain management module of IFS Cloud across our global organization becoming a member of a dynamic, multinational and diverse project organization based in Switzerland and Slovakia.

In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating between cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless rollout of the end to end model of our new ERP system together with other functions and Business Process Owners.

About the project and future role

You role in project will have 3 phases:

1. Design and specification of the ERP system functionalities and capabilities
2. Roll out of the ERP system across our global company footprint
3. Maintenance and support of the ERP system  

From the beginning, you will be part of a global project team and you will get the opportunity to travel and work in our offices across Europe. It is a great career opportunity to become a key player of the ERP organization.

You will be part of the Business Process Owners team based in Bratislava and Levice and you will be in close cooperation with a second team in Zurich as well as key users around the world.

If you are looking for a new challenge with a direct impact on a sustainable future, then we are looking forward to welcoming you on board.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Supply Chain Management module across the organization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Coordinate the testing team within the domain, to verify the functionalities of the ERP system and ensure the acceptance of the users
• Identify the data sources to be migrated and collect/define missing data with the key users
• Configure the ERP system to reflect the defined process and data structure
• Test the prototype with module functionalities and configurations
• Plan and design use and test cases as well as testing criteria for the ERP system
• Determine, plan and design content of training materials
• Train key users and observe the training of the end user, sometimes train end-users
• Lead the testing team of the functional areas to verify the designed functionality of the system
• Participate in the internal communication and change management activities
• Organize regular meetings with key users to collect and analyze users’ feedback in terms of performance and potential improvement of the functionalities.
• Foster continuous improvement of the ERP system to increase the efficiency
• Ensure second level assistance for the global users and escalate issues to consultants or developers of the ERP system

Your experiences

Functional and key to success

• Bachelor's degree in  Business Administration, Supply Chain / Operations, Engineering, Statistics, Project Management or similar,
• Minimum of 3 plus years of program and project management experience (ideally within the SC domain)
• Understanding of Supply Chain Management, processes as Supplier Management, Sourcing, Planning, Logistics and Quality
• Experience with ERP Supply Chain systems
• Worked in more complex operations from 200 – 2000 employees
• Experience in an international business environment, ideally within the project or manufacturing industry

Other to support

• Interest in advanced and complex ERP Supply Chain Management
• Proven ability to quickly familiarize him-/herself with new topics and contents
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to engage with various stakeholders and be impactful in difficult situations
• Proven ability to work independently
• Collaborative approach with a focus on mutual support and success.
• Good stakeholder management & strong communication skills.
• Influential personality to get ideas across in an understandable way
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Employee perks, benefits

• Employment contract for an indefinite period
• + 13th Salary
• Annual bonus (based on company results)
• Financial reward for working anniversaries
• Flexible working time (core time 9-3:30)
• Home Office possible 2 days a week
• Extra days of leave (+1 day after the first, third and fifth year of service)
• Extra days of leave for special personal events (e.g., wedding, graduation etc.)
• Modern infrastructure
• Free drinking regime (coffee)
• Recreation allowance
• Multisport card
• The third pillar of the pension scheme
• Support for professional and career growth, education and training
• Supportive and team-oriented working environment

Eligibility for benefits is subject to internal rules.

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.