Project Cargo Manager

The opportunity

We are looking for a Project Cargo Manager to lead a regional team within Transport & Logistics (TTL) in our Grid Integration organization for EU region. In this role, you will translate global TTL strategies into regional execution, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, sustainability, and innovation across project cargo logistics.

You will partner with internal stakeholders and specialized logistics providers to deliver complex, multi‑modal transport solutions safely, on time, and on budget, while advancing our decarbonization objectives and developing a high‑performing team.

How you’ll make an impact

• Turn TTL transformation objectives into clear regional action plans and deliver against sustainability, operational excellence, and financial targets.
• Improve logistics processes, tools, and systems; drive digitalization/automation and maintain accurate master data.
• Use transport management and trade compliance systems to plan and schedule project cargo; select optimal modes and routes balancing cost, risk, CO₂, and schedule.
• Engage, evaluate, and steer specialized partners (3PLs, forwarders, carriers); identify bundling opportunities to reduce cost and CO₂ without impacting project plans.
• Ensure adherence to local/global regulations; optimize customs procedures, free‑trade benefits, and distribution flows.
• Implement cost‑reduction initiatives and guide stakeholders on Incoterms and logistics solutions; monitor and improve cost performance.
• Map the carbon footprint of operations and implement reduction actions in line with TTL sustainability targets.
• Lead and develop a regional team of logistics professionals; ensure proper staffing, capability building, motivation, and performance management.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• 3-5 years solid experience in project cargo / freight forwarding within a global, matrixed environment.
• Proficiency with transport planning, customs & trade applications, and TMS solutions.
• Strong knowledge of multimodal transport planning, Incoterms, and global trade compliance.
• Proven track record managing 3PLs/forwarders and coordinating complex logistics projects.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement, digitization, and standardization.
• Fluency in stakeholder management with strong communication and influencing skills.
• Experience leading professional teams, creating clarity on goals and delivering operational results.
• Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent English, written and verbal as well as confident use of SharePoint, Excel, and core Office tools.

More About Us​

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together. ​

Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes: ​

• Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2) ​
• Group life insurance and additional insurances. ​
• Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank ​
• Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager) ​
• Health care and wellness allowance ​
• Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction) ​
• Psychological support program ​
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave ​
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development ​
• Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally ​
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks ​

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations. ​

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application already today. ​

Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Eva Schölin, eva.scholin@hitachienergy.com

Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Maria Lönnberg, +46 72 200 47 96; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107 38 70 43; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107 38 51 42​