Business Development Manager

Hitachi, Ltd.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Business Development Manager - Components to propel growth in Transformer Insulation and Components across North America. The role emphasizes identifying opportunities, building partnerships, and delivering value-driven solutions while meeting sales targets.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of eight years in business development or related roles, with strong industry understanding and collaboration skills, and the ability to travel up to 50% domestically and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to work with customers and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in targeted markets.
• Create and execute strategic growth plans to achieve business objectives.
• Build strong partnerships with customers and front-end sales teams.
• Understand customer needs and deliver value-driven solutions.
• Analyze market trends, customer demands, and competitive activity.
• Meet or exceed sales targets and provide regular performance updates.
• Collaborate across functions to align priorities and execute growth strategies.
• Represent Hitachi Energy with professionalism, integrity, and a customer-first mindset.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Engineering

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Are you energized by building strong customer relationships, uncovering new opportunities, and delivering solutions that create lasting value? Hitachi Energy is looking for a Business Development Manager - Components to help accelerate the growth of our Transformer Insulation and Components portfolio across North America.

In this strategic and customer-focused role, you will identify and develop new business opportunities, create growth strategies, and collaborate with customers and internal teams to bring innovative solutions to market. Your ability to understand customer challenges, anticipate industry trends, and cultivate trusted partnerships will directly contribute to business expansion and market success.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-evolving industry while working with a global leader in energy technology. You will serve as a key link between customer needs and business objectives, helping to drive sustainable growth and strengthen Hitachi Energy's position as a trusted industry partner. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy strategic thinking, and are motivated by delivering results, this role offers an exciting platform to advance your career while shaping the future of energy.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in targeted markets.
• Create and execute strategic growth plans to achieve business objectives.
• Build strong partnerships with customers and front-end sales teams.
• Understand customer needs and deliver value-driven solutions.
• Analyze market trends, customer demands, and competitive activity.
• Meet or exceed sales targets and provide regular performance updates.
• Collaborate across functions to align priorities and execute growth strategies.
• Represent Hitachi Energy with professionalism, integrity, and a customer-first mindset.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in business development, sales, or a related commercial role.
• Strong understanding of the transformer industry, insulation products, or related markets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Strategic, self-motivated, and results-oriented, with the ability to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, we are advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration, and technology.
• We offer global career opportunities, ongoing learning, and development programs that support professional growth.
• Join an inclusive culture that values safety, integrity, diversity of thought, and the contributions of every team member.

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