Nuclear Key Account Manager VVER

Emerson Career Site; Cernay; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Nuclear Key Account Manager to lead and expand our Flow Controls Nuclear portfolio for VVER reactors across Europe. You will build strategic customer relationships, identify growth opportunities, and drive sustainable revenue while upholding the highest safety and quality standards.

You will develop account plans, coordinate with global teams, own bookings and forecasts, and travel to support customers across Europe.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, account management, or business development in a technical/industrial environment.
• Understanding of nuclear power plant operations or related industrial processes.
• Proven consultative selling and long-term customer relationships.
• Knowledge of commercial practices, customer engagement strategies, and market development.
• Ability to analyze market trends, customer requirements, and competitive positioning to support business growth.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a complex international and matrixed organization.
• Commitment to safety, ethics, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Emerson Flow Controls Nuclear representative for VVER nuclear power plants across Europe.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans to support long-term customer growth and business objectives.
• Drive new business development opportunities and expand market penetration by leveraging the full Emerson Nuclear portfolio.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships based on trust, technical expertise, and business value.
• Own annual bookings targets, sales forecasts, and account performance reviews.
• Collaborate with Emerson Sales Organizations, Local Business Partners, Product Management teams, and global Nuclear teams to maximize commercial opportunities.
• Provide strategic guidance and consultative support to customers, helping them address operational and business challenges.

Skills

Sales experience

Account management

Business development

Technical understanding

Nuclear knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

The Nuclear Key Account Manager is responsible for managing and expanding Emerson's presence within the European VVER nuclear installed base. This role focuses on developing strategic customer relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and driving sustainable revenue and profitability across the Flow Controls Nuclear portfolio. Working closely with global and regional stakeholders, the Nuclear Key Account Manager serves as a trusted partner to customers, helping them achieve operational excellence while supporting the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance within the nuclear industry.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Serve as the primary Emerson Flow Controls Nuclear representative for VVER nuclear power plants across Europe.
• Conduct market and installed base assessments to identify customer needs, industry trends, and competitive opportunities related to control, safety, and isolation valves.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans that support long-term customer growth and business objectives.
• Drive new business development opportunities and expand market penetration by leveraging the full Emerson Nuclear portfolio.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships based on trust, technical expertise, and business value.
• Collaborate with Emerson Sales Organizations, Local Business Partners, Product Management teams, and global Nuclear teams to maximize commercial opportunities.
• Provide strategic guidance and consultative support to customers, helping them address operational and business challenges.
• Own annual bookings targets, sales forecasts, and account performance reviews.
• Monitor market developments and competitive activities to identify emerging opportunities and risks.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with Nuclear Safety standards, Emerson Ethics policies, Quality requirements, and Trade Compliance procedures.

Who You Are:

You build strong partnerships and work collaboratively across organizational boundaries to achieve shared objectives. You identify opportunities that create value for customers and translate them into actionable business strategies. You communicate complex information clearly and effectively to a variety of stakeholders while adapting your approach to different audiences. You consistently deliver results by balancing long-term strategic thinking with a proactive, customer-focused mindset and a commitment to operational excellence.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Experience in sales, account management, business development, or customer-facing commercial roles within a technical or industrial environment.
• Understanding of nuclear power plant operations, nuclear applications, or related industrial processes.
• Demonstrated success in consultative selling and developing long-term customer relationships.
• Knowledge of commercial practices, customer engagement strategies, and market development.
• Ability to analyze market trends, customer requirements, and competitive positioning to support business growth.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a complex international and matrixed organization.
• Commitment to safety, quality, ethics, and regulatory compliance.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required to support customers and business objectives across Europe.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Knowledge of VVER reactor technology and the European nuclear power market.
• Experience with flow control products, valves, instrumentation, automation, or other engineered solutions used within the nuclear industry.
• Experience working with international customers, partners, and cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of nuclear regulatory frameworks, industry standards, and commercial contracting practices.
• Demonstrated track record of growing strategic accounts and achieving business performance targets.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. We believe diverse experiences and perspectives help drive innovation and enable us to deliver better solutions for our customers and communities. We invest in professional growth, encourage collaboration across teams and geographies, and support an inclusive culture where individuals can thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we are shaping solutions that advance critical industries while maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety, integrity, quality, and sustainability.