At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive service sales and build long-term customer relationships in a dynamic team.
- Company: Join Hitachi Energy, a leader in innovative technology solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative culture that values creativity and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the energy sector while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or related field; sales experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
As a Service Sales Manager, you will be part of our international Grid Automation Service Sales Team. We provide Service Solutions for substation automation systems, control and protection, cyber security, communication and telecontrol technology. The team is highly motivated with a strong customer and service-oriented approach. It is our ambition to provide high quality service, delivering solutions aligned with customers' needs. In this role you are responsible for Service tenders from initial customer request to contract closing and handover to operations. Developing Service sales account plans to ensure growth, building long-term customer relationships, driving high levels of customer satisfaction, ensuring expected response to specific customer needs and issues are key success factors for this position.
Responsibilities
- Implement the service sales strategy and growth plans, engaging with the installed base (IB) to promote upgrades and value-added solutions.
- Use IB data to identify and develop sales opportunities for Service products and solutions, focusing on the entire Hitachi Energy Service portfolio.
- Conduct sales calls, perform customer facility walk-throughs, generate sales leads, and develop new market opportunities based on market trends.
- Establish long-term customer relationships, understand their requirements and regulations, demonstrate technical knowledge, and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Sell the service product portfolio, monitor sales proposals and tenders, prepare service offerings, communicate contract details, and manage the administrative sales process.
- Act as a marketer and salesperson during marketing activities, translating customer needs into relevant service offerings and solutions.
- Contribute to risk assessments, register information into SFDC, ensure technical reliability, safety, and cost-effective solutions, and comply with health and safety directives.
- Provide technical direction for service sales training to less-experienced staff and support management with key data and insights on markets and effective service selling tactics.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or technical disciplines or similar.
- Proven experience in sales, sales support, and/or service of power systems/solutions.
- If you have experience working with electric substation equipment (i.e. IED, RTU, SCADA, Communications, etc.), recent technical sales and/or client-facing experience presenting electric substation equipment solutions, this is highly preferred.
- Being familiar with Operations & Maintenance practices of electric substation equipment and substation construction.
Benefits
We provide competitive salaries, flexible working hours, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that encourages growth and innovation through career development programs and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Specific benefits depend on the location and will be communicated during the interview process.
Accessibility and reasonable accommodation
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 general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.
Use of AI and automated tools in recruitment
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Background Screening and Security Checks
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.
Company Culture
Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.
Service Sales Manager in Stone employer: Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.
Hitachi Rail UK Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes private medical insurance and a generous pension scheme. Located in Bristol, the company fosters a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion, providing employees with opportunities for professional growth and development while ensuring a safe and efficient working environment for all team members.
Contact Details:
Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc. Recruitment Team