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Our Company

We’re Hitachi Vantara, the data foundation trusted by the world’s innovators. Our resilient, high-performance data infrastructure means that customers – from banks to theme parks ­– can focus on achieving the incredible with data.   

If you’ve seen the Las Vegas Sphere, you’ve seen just one example of how we empower businesses to automate, optimize, innovate – and wow their customers. Right now, we’re laying the foundation for our next wave of growth.  We’re looking for people who love being part of a diverse, global team – and who get excited about making a real-world impact with data.

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Logistics Analyst to optimize our global supply chain operations. This role will involve analyzing complex logistics data, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve delivery performance for Hitachi, Ltd.

The Role

• Conduct in-depth analysis of logistics data, including transportation costs, inventory levels, warehousing efficiency, and delivery timelines.

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize supply chain processes, reduce lead times, and improve overall operational efficiency.

• Utilize advanced analytical tools and techniques to forecast demand, identify trends, and develop actionable insights.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, manufacturing, sales, and IT, to ensure seamless logistics integration.

• Manage and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to logistics and supply chain, providing regular reports and recommendations to management.

• Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings and process improvements across the logistics network.

• Evaluate and select third-party logistics (3PL) providers, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant international and domestic shipping regulations and customs requirements.

• Lead or participate in logistics-related projects, from conceptualization to implementation and post-implementation review.

• Develop and deliver training to internal teams on logistics best practices and new system functionalities.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.

• More than 3 years of progressive experience in logistics analysis, supply chain management, or a similar role, preferably within a large multinational corporation.

• Strong understanding of global logistics principles, transportation modes (ocean, air, road, rail), warehousing operations, and customs procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to identify complex problems, analyze data, and develop effective solutions.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• Project management experience and the ability to lead initiatives independently.

• Ability to travel internationally as needed.

• Advanced/Fluent English level.

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About us

We’re a global team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion for insight to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can a make positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can inspire the future, this is the place to fulfil your purpose and achieve your potential.

Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives

Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people, which drives our innovation and growth.

We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit-based systems. We believe that when people feel valued, heard, and safe to express themselves, they do their best work.

How we look after you

We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We’re also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We’re always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you’ll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with.

We’re proud to say we’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.