Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0141717Date Posted:2026-08-25Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):General ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:YesJob Description:<div><h2>The Opportunity  </h2>As the Strategic Planning and Implementation Manager within the North America Service Business Unit, you will shape strategic planning activities and drive the implementation of approved initiatives across the region and customer segments. You will work with regional and global stakeholders to develop strategic plans, convert priorities into executable initiatives, establish implementation governance, track progress, manage risks and issues, and support reporting across leadership forums. This role addresses the challenge of turning strategy into measurable business outcomes through structured execution, visibility, and accountability. By improving implementation discipline, operational performance, and cross-functional alignment, you will contribute to the continued evolution of service delivery and business performance across the organization.<h2> How You’ll Make an Impact  </h2><ul><li>Lead and coordinate the strategic planning and execution process for the North America Service Business Unit.</li><li>Integrate regional, functional, and leadership inputs into strategic priorities and execution roadmaps.</li><li>Structure strategic plans to support executable initiatives with ownership, milestones, and measurable outcomes.</li><li>Manage the implementation framework for approved strategic initiatives from approval through execution.</li><li>Establish governance processes including milestone tracking, risk management, issue management, and course correction activities.</li><li>Coordinate project tracking and reporting across leadership and business reporting cycles.</li><li>Develop executive dashboards, insight materials, and information that supports strategic discussions and implementation activities.</li><li>Engage stakeholders across functions, regions, and cultures while promoting clear ownership and communication.</li><li>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.</li></ul><h2> Your Background  </h2><ul><li>Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, or a related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.</li><li>10-15+ years of experience in strategic planning, program/portfolio management, consulting, sales, or corporate development roles.</li><li>Experience managing the implementation of complex, multi-initiative portfolios in a global matrix environment.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to operate at senior executive and board interface level.</li><li>Experience in industrial, data center, energy, or services-led organizations preferred.</li><li>Experience with strategic planning, implementation governance, project management, executive dashboards, and reporting processes.</li></ul><h2> More About Us  </h2>You will gain broad exposure to strategic planning, implementation governance, global collaboration, and service business operations while working across functions and regions.  <ul><li>Work on innovative energy technologies.</li><li>Collaborate with experienced professionals across strategy, operations, and digital domains.</li><li>Access learning and development opportunities through exposure to strategic planning, implementation governance, and digital transformation initiatives.</li><li>Receive health and retirement benefits.</li><li>Benefit from paid leave and flexibility.</li></ul><h3> Background Screening and Security Checks</h3>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.</div>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment OpportunityHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individualswith disabilities. Accessibility and reasonable accommodationProtected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. 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 as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a>

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Strategic Planning and Implementation Manager, North America Service

Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0141717Date Posted:2026-08-25Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):General ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:YesJob Description:<div><h2>The Opportunity  </h2>As the Strategic Planning and Implementation Manager within the North America Service Business Unit, you will shape strategic planning activities and drive the implementation of approved initiatives across the region and customer segments. You will work with regional and global stakeholders to develop strategic plans, convert priorities into executable initiatives, establish implementation governance, track progress, manage risks and issues, and support reporting across leadership forums. This role addresses the challenge of turning strategy into measurable business outcomes through structured execution, visibility, and accountability. By improving implementation discipline, operational performance, and cross-functional alignment, you will contribute to the continued evolution of service delivery and business performance across the organization.<h2> How You’ll Make an Impact  </h2><ul><li>Lead and coordinate the strategic planning and execution process for the North America Service Business Unit.</li><li>Integrate regional, functional, and leadership inputs into strategic priorities and execution roadmaps.</li><li>Structure strategic plans to support executable initiatives with ownership, milestones, and measurable outcomes.</li><li>Manage the implementation framework for approved strategic initiatives from approval through execution.</li><li>Establish governance processes including milestone tracking, risk management, issue management, and course correction activities.</li><li>Coordinate project tracking and reporting across leadership and business reporting cycles.</li><li>Develop executive dashboards, insight materials, and information that supports strategic discussions and implementation activities.</li><li>Engage stakeholders across functions, regions, and cultures while promoting clear ownership and communication.</li><li>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.</li></ul><h2> Your Background  </h2><ul><li>Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, or a related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.</li><li>10-15+ years of experience in strategic planning, program/portfolio management, consulting, sales, or corporate development roles.</li><li>Experience managing the implementation of complex, multi-initiative portfolios in a global matrix environment.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to operate at senior executive and board interface level.</li><li>Experience in industrial, data center, energy, or services-led organizations preferred.</li><li>Experience with strategic planning, implementation governance, project management, executive dashboards, and reporting processes.</li></ul><h2> More About Us  </h2>You will gain broad exposure to strategic planning, implementation governance, global collaboration, and service business operations while working across functions and regions.  <ul><li>Work on innovative energy technologies.</li><li>Collaborate with experienced professionals across strategy, operations, and digital domains.</li><li>Access learning and development opportunities through exposure to strategic planning, implementation governance, and digital transformation initiatives.</li><li>Receive health and retirement benefits.</li><li>Benefit from paid leave and flexibility.</li></ul><h3> Background Screening and Security Checks</h3>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.</div>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment OpportunityHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individualswith disabilities. Accessibility and reasonable accommodationProtected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. 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 as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a>

Strategic Planning and Implementation Manager, North America Service

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