Planning specialist

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The opportunity:

As a Planning Specialist at Hitachi, Ltd., you will be instrumental in developing, implementing, and monitoring strategic plans to optimize operational efficiency and achieve business objectives across various departments.

How do you make impact:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis and market research to identify trends, forecast demands, and support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and propose mitigation strategies to keep projects on track and within scope.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations summarizing planning insights, performance metrics, and recommendations for senior management.
• Facilitate planning meetings and workshops, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders.
• Continuously evaluate and improve planning processes and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Support the implementation of new systems and initiatives by providing planning expertise and guidance.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, industry regulations, and quality standards throughout the planning lifecycle.

Your background:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a planning, project management, or analytical role, preferably within a large-scale organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and draw actionable conclusions.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is a plus.

More about us:

At Hitachi Energy Vietnam, we offer a suite of employee benefits to complement our pay offering, supporting employees’ financial, physical and mental wellbeing:

• 16 days annual leave, flexible working policy.
• Benefit according to local standards: Heath-care insurance benefits to employees and their dependents, annual vaccination, summer outing.
• Growth possibility: Learning and development platform, career movement opportunity within organization.
• Possibility to gain experience in international environment.
• Possibility to work for industry leader for green energy solution.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well asHitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.