Business Development Manager
Hitachi
- Raleigh, NC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in targeted markets. Develop and implement strategic and tactical plans to achieve business objectives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Hitachi Energy front end sales and customers. Understand customers’ needs and provide solutions that add value to their business.
- Conduct market research to understand industry trends and competitive landscape. Use this information to position our transformers services effectively in the market.
- Meet and exceed sales targets. Regularly report on sales performance and business development activities.
- Work closely with internal teams (like front end sales, product sales, marketing, and product management) to develop and implement business strategies.
- Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
- Have a strong understanding of the theory of operation and construction of transformers, current transformers, bushings, etc.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field.
- Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
- 8+ years of proven experience in business development, sales, or a related role.
- Strong understanding of the transformers service industry and market dynamics.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to build rapport with customers and internal teams.
- Self-motivated with a results-driven approach.
- Ability to travel domestically is an essential part of this position. Travel up to 85%