Global Application Specialist-Quote Tools Configurators

Business Information:

The Hitachi Energy Indian Operations Center (INOPC) is a competence center with around 2300 skilled engineers who focus on tendering, engineering, planning, procurement, project Management, functional system testing, installation supervision, documentation and commissioning. However, over the last decade, it has evolved to become the largest Operations hub.. The India Operations Centre team at Chennai, Bangalore and Gurugram supports Hitachi Energy's units in more than 40 countries across a wide portfolio of all the four business units in Hitachi Energy To date, the team has executed engineering and commissioning for projects in more than 80 countries.

Mission Statement:

As a Global Configurator Deployment Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our product customization processes. Your responsibilities encompass both configuration governance and master data management. The primary responsibility of the Global Application specialist is to onboard various Transformer products, into different types of configurators and Web shop. You are strongly involved in all operational activities and contributes to various areas, from solution design, through testing, deployment, configuration, and development to users' training.

• Leading the deployment and maintenance of configuration data, including product specifications of complex industrial goods, costing, and pricing, collaborate closely with developers in order to ensure business satisfaction.
• Developing business requirements based on company needs, drive ROI assessments for new developments.
• Rigorously test and validate configuration models and scenarios.
• Working closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and sales, to maintain consistency and accuracy in product configurations, creation of documentations and training material
• Continuously monitor and analyze configuration performance, incorporating customer feedback for improvements.
• Providing training and support to factory and sales teams on configurator and web shop utilization.
• Managing cross-functional projects related to configurator and web shop enhancements.
• Facilitating communication between businesses and IT, resolving conflicts and gaining commitment.
• Determining which requirements are covered by standard functionalities and identify areas for enhancements.
• Analyzing data from configurator and web shop usage to inform decision-making and improve tool effectiveness.
• Managing critical master data objects, such as products, business partners, technical assets, and enterprise structures.
• Ensuring compliance with data standards and policies. Performing data cleansing, validation, and enrichment to maintain high-quality master data.
• Supporting data migration, integration, and synchronization efforts. Addressing data-related issues promptly and provide data support to stakeholders.
• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, IT, Engineering).
• Experience working within a multinational company and managing cross-regional projects is highly desirable. Demonstrated excellence in project management.
• Solid background in sales and marketing.
• Knowledge of configuration strategies across various business archetypes. Technical expertise in configuration and master data management.
• Established proficiency in SalesForce.com. Experience/knowledge in SAP SD, MM, Pricing
• Familiarity with MS Project and Jira is beneficial.
• Technical expertise in configuration and master data management tools.
• Robust problem-solving capabilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills for effective cross-team collaboration. Previous experience in pricing is highly valued.
• Comprehensive cost modelling and understanding of full cost models (highly advantageous).
• Proficiency in English language.