Description As Business Development Manager / Strategic Market Manager you will lead the launch of new Digital & Monitoring solutions and drive profitable growth of the global High Voltage Services business. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in business development, business models, and marketing within the electrical engineering or energy sector. Your key responsibilities - Product Launch: Develop and execute a comprehensive go-to-market strategy for new Digital & Monitoring products, ensuring successful market entry and adoption. - Digital Business Model: Innovate and develop new business models for the HV Services Digital & Monitoring portfolio. Identify new channels, value chains, and revenue models to monetize the portfolio. - Market Analysis: Conduct in-depth market research to identify opportunities, customer needs, and the competitive landscape for High Voltage services solutions. Stay informed about laws, rules, and regulations driving the energy transition. - Strategic Planning: Create and implement strategic plans to drive business growth and achieve sales targets in the global market. - Marketing Campaigns: Collaborate with the marketing team to design and execute campaigns that promote new products and enhance their visibility. - Sales Management: Oversee the sales process, including lead generation, negotiation, and closing deals, to ensure revenue targets are met. - Performance Metrics: Monitor and analyze the performance of business development and marketing activities, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve goals. - Industry Networking: Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and meetings to network and promote the business. Your background - Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. An MBA is preferred. - Experience: At least 5-7 years of experience in business development and marketing within the electrical engineering or energy sector. - Skills: - Strong understanding of high voltage services market dynamics. - Excellent strategic planning and project management skills. - Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and marketing tools. - Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities. - Ability to develop and present compelling business proposals. - Strong leadership and influential skills. Why join us? - You will do interesting and enriching work, as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team which is committed to innovation, continuous improvement. - You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow - we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities. - We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought. - Our culture is one of a kind: Come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion and drive to Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us ‘the place to be’ and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all. - Flexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunities. - A competitive compensation and benefits package.