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Production Capacity Planner

Hitachi


Job Location:

Richland, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location:

Richland Mississippi United States

Job ID:

R0129891

Date Posted:

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of supply chain excellence at Hitachi Energy. As a Production Capacity Planner you will lead the transformation toward a more proactive transparent and synchronized planning organizationensuring the business can meet growing market demand while delivering exceptional customer outcomes.

In this role you will own and elevate the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process creating a strong foundation for mid- and long-term planning. Your work will enable smarter decision-making optimized inventories and improved lead times. By connecting data people and processes you will ensure alignment across sales operations engineering and supply chain functions.

You will act as a key integrator balancing demand with available capacity while identifying risks opportunities and performance gaps. Your leadership will help establish standardized processes drive continuous improvement and enable fact-based planning that supports business growth.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence strategy enhance operational efficiency and make a tangible impact on customer delivery performance. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration and data-driven decision-making are key this role offers the platform to grow and lead meaningful change.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations procedures and guidelines.

How youll make an impact

  • Lead and manage the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process

  • Align demand capacity and resources across functions

  • Drive data-based decision-making and planning accuracy

  • Consolidate and maintain integrated master planning models

  • Monitor KPIs and initiate performance improvements

  • Identify risks gaps and opportunities in planning scenarios

  • Ensure stable and accurate forecasts for internal and external stakeholders

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance planning processes

Your background

  • Bachelors degree in supply chain engineering business or related field

  • Proven experience in supply chain planning or S&OP processes

  • Strong analytical and data interpretation skills

  • Experience collaborating across multiple business functions

  • Knowledge of KPI tracking and performance improvement methods

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

More about us

  • Join a global leader driving the transition to sustainable energy

  • Grow through continuous learning innovation and career development opportunities

  • Be part of an inclusive culture that values collaboration and diverse perspectives

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage Medical dental vision and prescription plans

  • Retirement Savings 401(k) with company match and additional contributions

  • Paid Time Off Flexible PTO paid holidays

  • Professional Growth Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs

  • Family Support Parental leave adoption assistance and fertility benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities



Equal Employment Opportunity

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including females minorities protected veterans and individuals

with disabilities.


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