Sales Specialist
The Opportunity
Responsible for achieving sales targets for a specific IT product/solution, for example, content. Carries an overlay quota. Supports Account Managers in maximizing the value of their accounts and increasing account penetration. May provide training or communication inputs to Account Managers. Creates sales plans for product/ solution and works through Account Managers, Pre-Sales, Partners, or other sales teams to implement them. May have direct ownership of some single-product clients, especially smaller non-named accounts. Understands how the product/ solution fits within the broader company portfolio, solution, or customer environment.
How will you make an impact
- Market Strategy and Acquisition (Front-end)
Account Planning: Develop and execute the sales strategy for key accounts or specific territories, identifying long-term growth opportunities. - Competitive Analysis: Monitor the market to understand competitors' offerings and define Hitachi Energy's Unique Value Proposition (UVP) in relation to them.
- Demand Generation: Act as a technology "promoter," delivering technical presentations and seminars to influence customer specifications before the tender is launched.
- Complex Tender Management (Capture Teams)
Tender Leadership: Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Procurement) to prepare high-impact technical and commercial bids. - Risk Analysis: Evaluate the contractual and financial risks of proposals to ensure they meet the corporation's required profit margins.
- Solution Optimization: Work with factories to ensure the proposed solution is the most competitive, both technically and economically.
- Contract Negotiation and Closing
High-Level Negotiation: Lead commercial and contractual discussions with purchasing departments and executives of client companies. - Compliance and Ethics: Ensure all sales processes comply strictly with Hitachi Energy's Trade Compliance policies and Code of Conduct.
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Your Background
- Professional in Electrical or electromechanical engineering
- More than two years of experience in the related functions
- Knowledge in SAP, Autocad, IA is desirable
- Availability to travel
More about us
- Benefits above the regular in the market
- Continuous improvement culture
- Work/Life Balance
- Growth Globally
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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