Sales Specialist

The Opportunity

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation

For our Marketing, Sales and Product Management team, understanding the full potential of our technology and the trends in our markets is highly rewarding. In addition, helping customers all over the world improve efficiency, save resources and reduce emissions gives our work a powerful sense of purpose.

Automation and Communication solutions digitalize power and automation networks to improve operational efficiency, enhance safety, and serve our customers throughout the whole lifecycle.

How you will make an impact

• You will be responsible for the sale of cutting-edge Hitachi Energy in Grid Automation in Portugal. Reporting to the Local Sales Manager, you will use your experience and drive to build long-standing customer relationships, identifying effective solutions for customer needs.
• Driving sales volume and margin across the Grid Automation portfolio.
• Establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships through excellent service and your knowledge of customer needs and Hitachi Energy - Grid Automation solutions.
• Preparing sales plans and bids, with marketing and other departments, ensuring technical and financial accuracy.
• Contributing to the identification and development of new market opportunities in collaboration with the wider Sales team.
• Monitoring customer and market trends to develop effective marketing activities in collaboration with the Marketing team.
• Living core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• A Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 2/3 years experience in Automation and Communication is preferred.
• Sound knowledge of Automation and Energy market.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Advanced knowledge of English and Portuguese Fluent.
• A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.
• Availability to travel/clients visits.

More about us

We offer a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing, as well as your personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out.

Depending on your experience and role level, our benefits include:

Annual Incentive Plan, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Psychological Assistance, Language Trainings, Coaching & Assessments.

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Client-provided location(s): Estoril, Portugal

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-145887

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-07-22T23:39:02