Remote Vice President, Digital Partner (Rail)

Summary

Join a global team of professional experts promoting and delivering Social Innovation through One Hitachi initiative. As Digital Partner, drive digital transformation within the rail sector by leveraging Hitachi's digital capabilities and offerings.

Requirements

• Experience in the technology sector, preferably with a background in Operational Technology (OT), Information Technology (IT), and/or digital services
• Experience within a large GSI environment
• Deep experience in the rail industry (or comparable mission-critical, safety-critical industry such as aviation or defence), with a strong background in digital transformation and consultancy services
• Proven track record of managing complex & international projects involving multiple stakeholders from different business units
• Proven experience in Digital GTM
• Experience working with or within Hitachi digital companies is a plus
• Experience and ability to lead and facilitate workshops and knowledge transfer sessions effectively
• Highly motivated, with excellent leadership, organisational, communication and people skills
• Must be an excellent communicator managing internal and external communications, expectations and requests
• Ability to work and lead in a multicultural environment
• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field is required

Responsibilities

• Leading Strategic Digital Transformation in opportunity identification and Strategy Development within the Rail Sector
• Support Hitachi Rail to develop and articulate a digital strategy that aligns with Hitachi’s vision and rail industry needs
• Engage with key stakeholders from Hitachi digital companies (Hitachi Vantara, Hitachi Digital Services, Global Logic, and Hitachi Cyber) to align their offerings with the rail sector’s requirements
• Facilitate collaboration and ensure cohesive integration of services and solutions
• Design customized digital solutions that address the specific challenges and goals of rail industry clients
• Leverage Hitachi’s digital technologies, including IoT, AI, data analytics, and cybersecurity, to create innovative solutions
• Conduct market analysis to understand trends, challenges, and opportunities within the rail sector
• Develop business development plans and strategies to expand Hitachi’s digital footprint in the rail industry
• Build and maintain strong relationships alongside Hitachi Rail with rail industry clients, acting as a trusted digital advisor and partner
• Ensure ongoing client satisfaction and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and additional value creation