[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Hitachi jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Hitachi · Zürich, ZH, Switzerland # Sales and Operations Planning Specialist 80 – 100% (f/m/d) Zürich, ZH, Switzerland Full-time Sales Listed on Hitachi’s official careers site. Listed as of October 19, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Hitachi’s careers site →](https://careers.hitachi.com/sales-and-operations-planning-specialist-80-100-f-m-d/job/R0143334) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Hitachi](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/) / Sales and Operations Planning Specialist 80 – 100% (f/m/d) ## Job description The opportunity Are you passionate about shaping business performance through strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration? Join Hitachi Energy and take a leading role in driving our global Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process. In this highly visible position, you will work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment between market demand, operational capabilities, and business objectives. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy solving complex challenges, and are motivated to make a measurable impact, we would love to hear from you. ### How you’ll make an impact - Lead and continuously improve Hitachi Energy's local Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives - Facilitate monthly S&OP reviews and executive meetings, providing insights, reports, and recommendations to support decision-making - Collaborate with Sales, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Product Management to drive alignment, resolve conflicts, and build consensus - Develop demand planning and forecasting methodologies for a broad portfolio of critical products, leveraging market intelligence and data analytics - Monitor key performance indicators such as forecast accuracy, service levels, inventory performance, and production adherence to drive business improvements - Lead and support strategic initiatives, representing the planning organization in cross-functional and continuous improvement programs - Drive process optimization through digital solutions, analytics, and best practices to enhance planning excellence - Present executive-level analyses and recommendations while mentoring team members and fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability Your background - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree is an advantage. APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is an advantage; Significant experience in Supply Chain, Operations, Planning, or S&OP within an international manufacturing environment Advanced SAP knowledge; experience with intercompany purchasing and planning is highly desirable - Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and translate insights into business decisions - Proven ability to work independently, manage a high workload, solve complex problems, and navigate ambiguity in a dynamic environment - Strong communication, presentation, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior management and cross-functional teams GIS products and business structure knowledge is beneficial Highly motivated, precise, and proactive professional with a continuous improvement mindset; Business fluent in English, German is beneficial Why you'll succeed You are a precise and analytical professional who enjoys solving complex challenges and turning data into business value. You combine strong planning expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills and can confidently engage with senior leaders. Your independent working style, resilience, and motivation enable you to deliver results in a fast-paced environment while driving continuous improvement and collaboration across the organization. More about us Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 12, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Zürich, ZH, Switzerland - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Hitachi’s careers site →](https://careers.hitachi.com/sales-and-operations-planning-specialist-80-100-f-m-d/job/R0143334) ## More jobs at Hitachi ### [Territory Sales Manager 80 – 100%](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/ed8e59ad544457f74c9c/) Zürich, ZH, Switzerland ### [Customer quality engineer 80 - 100% (f/m/d)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/b4759099964aad623bb0/) Zürich, ZH, Switzerland ### [Factory Quality Assurance Specialist 80 - 100% (f/m/d)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/2f5c6dc9f56e0ae18ee6/) Zürich, ZH, Switzerland ### [Field Service Engineer (m/w/d)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/dcd430bf1195453cb947/) Zürich, ZH, Switzerland ### [Field Service Engineer (w/m/d)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/18e004de62e94ae7e3a4/) Zürich, ZH, Switzerland ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Sales & Operations Planning and Master Scheduling Manager M/F](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/ac8dbaf421adfd23a88e/) Safran · Dubai ### [Agent Operations Planning](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/american-airlines-group/jobs/dc4194e85a96bba9267a/) American Airlines Group ### [Director of Planning Operations – Voyage Financial Advisors](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thrivent-financial/jobs/f7b93920c8c45f6d2724/) Thrivent Financial ### [Business Planning & Market Operations Intern - Luxury Skincare](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/estee-lauder/jobs/494dd4171312c7bad377/) The Estée Lauder Companies · NEUILLY SUR SEINE, J, FR, France OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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