Account Director, Data Centers

Account Director - Data Centers

The opportunity
Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming the future of energy for some of the world's most innovative data center clients? At Hitachi Energy, we're looking for a visionary Strategic Account Leader to drive growth, deepen relationships, and deliver cutting-edge solutions to hyperscale customers. This is more than a sales role-it's a chance to become a trusted advisor, a strategic partner, and a catalyst for innovation. Based in Seattle, Northern Virginia, or the San Francisco Bay Area, you'll be at the heart of a global mission to power a more sustainable and connected world. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are passionate about making a real impact, we want to hear from you.

• Build and nurture long-term relationships with senior executives at key data center accounts
• Lead strategic account planning and execution to drive revenue and customer satisfaction
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across five business units to deliver integrated solutions
• Represent the voice of the customer within Hitachi Energy and resolve complex challenges
• Identify growth opportunities and lead high-impact solution development
• Mentor and guide internal teams to align with account strategy
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business; MBA preferred
• 12+ years of account management experience, ideally in complex, matrixed environments
• 5+ years working with data center clients, preferably hyperscale
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking
• Experience managing global or multi-regional accounts
• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States
• 50% travel