Segment Sales Manager Data Centers D-A-CH (f/m/d)

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Mannheim; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

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Zusammenfassung

Hitachi Energy Germany AG in Mannheim sucht einen Segment Sales Manager Data Centers für D‑A‑CH. Sie leiten die Marktentwicklung im Datacenter-Segment, bauen strategische Kundenpartnerschaften auf und identifizieren neue Geschäftsbereiche.

Sie arbeiten eng mit lokalen Vertriebsteams, Global Accounts und Funktionsbereichen zusammen, führen Budget, Pipeline und Abschlussaktivitäten und steuern die Vertriebsstrategie im Gebiet. Reisebereitschaft ca.

Qualifikationen

• Mehrjährige Vertriebserfahrung im Data-Center-Umfeld oder verwandten Branchen.
• Nachweisbare Erfolge bei komplexen, hochpreisigen Investitionsprojekten.
• Ausgeprägte Kommunikations- und Präsentationsfähigkeiten auf C-Level-Ebene.

Aufgaben

• Entwickeln und umsetzen der Data Center Segmentstrategie für D‑A‑CH.
• Aufbau strategischer Kundenbeziehungen mit Hyperscalern, Colocation-Anbietern und EPC/Beratern.
• Zusammenarbeit mit lokalen Vertriebsteams, Global Accounts und Funktionsbereichen.
• Budgetverantwortung, Pipeline-Entwicklung und Opportunity-Management.
• Leitung von Capture-Teams und Must-Win-Aktivitäten; Vertriebsprozesse steuern.

Kenntnisse

Vertriebs­erfahrung

Strategische Kontenführung

Technische Fachkenntnisse Data Center

Kommunikationsstärke

Stakeholder-Management

Englisch & Deutsch fließend

Networking im Data Center Ökosystem

Ausbildung

Bachelorabschluss in Wirtschaft/Ingenieurwesen oder verwandtem Bereich

Jobbeschreibung

Arbeitsbeschreibung:

Standort:

Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Job ID:

R0141078

Veröffentlichungsdatum:

2026-08-14

Firmenname:

HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Beruf (Berufsgruppe):

Sales, Marketing & Product Management

Jobplan:

Full time

Remote:

No

Arbeitsbeschreibung:

The opportunity

Are you looking for a role where ambition meets opportunity? Look no further! Hitachi Energy is now hiring a Segment Sales Manager Data Centers for the D-A-CH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland).

As our business continues to grow across Europe, the Data Center segment is a key driver of our success. In this role, you will lead the development of the Data Center market across D-A-CH, build strategic customer partnerships, identify new business opportunities, and expand Hitachi Energy’s footprint among hyperscalers, colocation providers, and EPC/consulting partners.

You will combine strategic segment leadership with key account management responsibilities, working closely with local sales teams, global account organizations, and cross-functional stakeholders to align account strategies with regional growth ambitions.

With clear ownership of budget targets, pipeline development, and opportunity management, you will lead capture activities, conduct account reviews, and ensure disciplined sales execution across the region.

How you'll make an impact

• Develop and execute the Data Center segment strategy for the D-A-CH region to drive market penetration and growth
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key customers and ecosystem partners, leading technical and commercial discussions
• Create account strategies, sales plans, stakeholder maps, and conduct regular account reviews
• Understand customer priorities, investment plans, and decision-making structures to identify future opportunities
• Develop early-stage opportunities in collaboration with cross-functional teams and promote innovative solutions
• Lead capture teams and strategic “Must Win” pursuits while managing the sales pipeline using global sales methodologies
• Define and optimize channel strategies while monitoring market trends, competitors, and customer developments
• Support forecasting, market intelligence, and long‑term demand planning activities
• Ensure high customer satisfaction and track segment sales performance

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, combined with relevant experience in Sales, Marketing, Product Management, or Segment Management
• Several years of proven experience within the Data Center industry or a closely related sector, including direct engagement with hyperscalers, colocation providers, and other key industry stakeholders
• Strong understanding of electrical transmission and distribution solutions and their application within Data Center environments
• Established network within the Data Center ecosystem and demonstrated ability to build trusted customer relationships
• Proven track record in developing and executing successful sales strategies for complex, high‑value investment projects, from opportunity identification through deal closure
• Strong technical acumen combined with analytical and problem‑solving skills, enabling effective solution development and customer engagement
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders up to C‑level, both externally and internally
• Fluent in English and German, with the ability to work independently in a market leading matrix organization, collaborate across multiple teams, and travel across the D‑A‑CH region and Europe (approximately 40–50%)

More about us

• Flexible working arrangements that support work‑life balance; this role is offered remotely within Germany, with Mannheim serving as the primary company location and home of our German Headquarters
• Competitive salary and benefits package incl. Electric Company Car
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Dynamic, international, and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to shape and make an impact in a growing business and market environment
• Childcare support, including a childcare allowance and access to holiday care programs for children
• Access to more than 7,500 fitness and wellness partners across Germany through our EGYM Wellpass program

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre‑employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security‑sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

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