Global HRBP for global Functions SCM, TTL, HSE, Quality and Operations (F/MD)

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The opportunity

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Global HR Business Partner (HRBP) to support key global functions, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Trade Transport & Logistics (TTL), Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Quality, and Operations. This role will partner with senior leaders to drive HR initiatives that align with business objectives, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure effective talent management across these critical areas.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to global functional leaders in SCM, TTL, HSE, Quality, and Operations on all HR-related matters, including organizational design, talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, compensation, and change management.

• Translate business strategy into HR priorities and deliver tailored HR solutions that support functional goals and drive business outcomes.

• Lead and execute global talent management initiatives, including succession planning, leadership development, and high-potential programs for the assigned functions, in close collaboration with the T&L team.

• Drive workforce planning and analytics to identify current and future talent needs, skill gaps, and opportunities for optimization within the assigned Functions.

• Oversee and advise on complex employee relations issues, investigations, and conflict resolution, ensuring compliance with global policies and local regulations.

• Partner with compensation and benefits teams to develop and implement competitive reward strategies that attract, retain, and motivate top talent within the assigned functions.

• Champion Hitachi's culture and values, promoting diversity, opportunity, and inclusion

• Collaborate with HSE leadership to ensure robust safety cultures, compliance with global HSE standards, and effective incident management.

• Support organizational change initiatives and transformations, providing expert HR guidance and ensuring smooth transitions.

• Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends, diagnose challenges, and propose data-driven solutions to improve business performance.

Your background:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree or HR certification (e.g., SPHR, CIPD) preferred.

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in an international HR Business Partner role supporting complex, multinational organizations.

• Demonstrated experience supporting functional areas such as Supply Chain, Operations, Quality, or HSE is highly desirable.

• Strong understanding of global HR practices, employment law, and cultural nuances across various regions.

• Proven ability to build strong relationships and influence senior leaders in a matrixed organizational structure.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex HR concepts clearly and concisely.

• Strategic thinking with the ability to translate business objectives into actionable HR initiatives.

• Strong analytical skills and experience using HR data to drive informed decision-making.

• Experience with organizational development, change management, and talent management programs.

• Ability to travel internationally as required.

• Fluency in English required; proficiency in other languages is a plus.

More about us

• We offer you the opportunity to work with fantastic people and develop yourself on projects that present great technical challenges and have a real impact.