Manager Sales Planning & Order Management
Hitachi Construction Machinery Europe

Organization
Hitachi Construction Machinery Europe is a leader in technology and innovation, committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions such as excavators, wheel loaders, and crawler cranes across a wide range of industries. With a rich history and a forward-looking approach, Hitachi aims to address global challenges through its advanced technologies and services.

At Hitachi, people work together in multidisciplinary teams with the same spirit and mindset: “We go the extra mile for a good result and high quality.” This dedication leads to solutions that make a difference, resulting in satisfied clients and happy end-users.

The organization is undergoing a significant transition from being supply-driven to market-driven, which makes data analysis and IT crucial at the strategic level.

Hitachi Construction Machinery is looking for a Manager Sales Planning & Order Management with a passion for sales, data, and technology, as well as strong communication and team-building skills.

Main goal of the position
The Manager Sales Planning & Order Management at Hitachi Europe is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end sales planning process and ensuring efficient order management to meet customer demands. This role involves demand forecasting, order processing, and cross-functional coordination to optimize sales performance and operational efficiency.

The position
This role is a critical link between sales and operations. Therefore, it is essential to stimulate close collaboration between your team and production planning.

The profile

• degree in Business Administration or related field;
• proven experience (+5 years) in sales operations management in a B2B setting, preferably in the manufacturing industry;
• proven experience in leading and managing teams;
• preferably a APICS (or similar) certification;
• demonstrated leadership capabilities, with a track record of driving change and delivering results in a dynamic environment;
• excellent communicator with influencing skills to manage relations with internal as well as external key stakeholders at all levels of the organization;
• strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and interpretation;
• proficiency in IT systems and software relevant to sales operations, such as CRM, ERP and BI tools.

Procedure
There will be several interview rounds with representatives from Lodiers & Partners (week 35 and 36) and with our client (week 37). A personality questionnaire (Lumina) is part of this procedure.

Contact
For more information or to submit your application, please contact Mirjam Jager at Jager@lodiersenpartners.nl. or at +31 (0)6 15 86 08 72.