Sales Executive - IT Manufacturing, Retail & Services

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Commitment to work-life balance

Job summary

Hitachi Digital Services seeks a sales professional to act as the bridge between technology solutions and business needs. You will plan and execute IT sales strategies to meet company goals and communicate complex IT concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

The role involves identifying new clients across Manufacturing, Retail & Services, understanding requirements, and leading negotiations to close high-value deals. A bachelor’s degree and relevant IT sales experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5–8 years in IT sales or related roles.
• Certifications are a plus.
• Familiarity with IT tools, cloud computing, and CRM systems.
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire new clients in Manufacturing, Retail & Services sectors.
• Understand customer requirements and propose tailored IT solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solution alignment.
• Lead negotiations and close high-value deals.

Skills

IT tools

Cloud computing

CRM systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Function Global Markets – Our Company

We’re Hitachi Digital Services, a global digital solutions and transformation business with a bold vision of our world’s potential. We’re people-centric and here to power good. Every day, we future‑proof urban spaces, conserve natural resources, protect rainforests, and save lives. This is a world where innovation, technology, and deep expertise come together to take our company and customers from what’s now to what’s next. We make it happen through the power of acceleration. Imagine the sheer breadth of talent it takes to bring a better tomorrow closer to today. We don’t expect you to ‘fit’ every requirement – your life experience, character, perspective, and passion for achieving great things in the world are equally as important to us.

Job description

Role Summary Acts as the link between technology solutions and business needs. Plans and executes sales strategies to meet company goals. Communicates complex IT concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.

Core Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire new clients in Manufacturing, Retail & Services sectors
• Understand customer requirements and propose tailored IT solutions
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure solution alignment
• Lead negotiations and close high‑value deals

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Technical skills: Familiarity with IT tools, cloud computing, CRM systems
• Soft skills: Communication, negotiation, problem‑solving, adaptability
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field; certifications are a plus
• Experience: Typically 5–8 years in IT sales or related roles

About us

We’re a global, team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion to co‑create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data‑driven leaders that can make a positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can bring a better tomorrow closer to today, this is the place for you.

Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives

Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people, which drives our innovation and growth. We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit‑based systems. We believe that when people feel valued, heard, and safe to express themselves, they do their best work.

How we look after you

We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry‑leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We’re also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We’re always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you’ll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with. We’re proud to say we’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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