(Power Transformer Services Sales Specialist) Business Development Manager

GE Vernova, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a Business Development Manager to shape commercial strategy, grow markets, and maintain deep customer relationships.

You will formulate and execute strategic sales agreements, and partner with regional teams to drive market share and profitability. Required is a STEM degree with at least five years in power transmission/distribution equipment or services, plus strong leadership and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• BS from accredited university (STEM) and 5 years in related field.
• 5 years of experience with power transmission and distribution equipment or services.

Responsibilities

• Formulates and executes strategy and sales agreements; assists in customer negotiations.
• Develops plans to grow products in target markets and grow order bookings.
• Partners with regional teams to drive market share and support channel partners.
• Maintains customer relationships and analyzes market trends to influence offerings.

Skills

Power transmission & distribution

Strategic sales

Negotiation

Leadership

Market development

Education

BS/BA in STEM

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Business Development Manager will shape/drive commercial strategy, develop market segments to drive profitable growth, and maintain customer intimacy. Guided by commercial practices and policies that may be shaped by the role. Has significant control/influence over commercial priorities. There is moderate autonomy within the role to enter into/execute Commercial arrangements. High levels of Commercial judgement are required to achieve outcomes required.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Formulates and executes strategy and sales agreements. Formulates deal structure, pricing, proposal development. Assists in customer negotiations. Identifies new opportunities with functional partners to develop new products and services for business growth.
• Develop and execute a plan to grow products to target markets and key accounts
  a. Define and develop business strategies/plans to meet order booking and margin plans
  b. Shape and craft value propositions for the market
  2. Partner with the regional commercial teams to drive market share growth.
  3. Provide leadership and support to all channel partners.
  4. Responsible for maintaining and growing order booking and operational profit targets.
  5. Position as the primary Interface and liaison between the sales team and business to meet customer demands and influence.
  6. Assist in the development of product / services to match customer trends and needs
• Developing specialized knowledge of latest commercial developments in own area and communication skills to influence others. Contributes towards strategy and policy development, and ensure delivery within area of responsibility.
• Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
• Uses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems within projects, product lines, markets, sales processes, campaigns or customers. Takes new perspective on existing solutions. Uses technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own function to arrive at decisions.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Developing persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field.

Required Qualifications

• BS from accredited university or college (STEM) and/ or a BA with 5 years in a direct related field
• 5 years of experience with power transmission and distribution equipment and or Services

Desired Characteristics

• Experience developing and executing successful growth strategies
• Ability to interact & function cooperatively with multiple stakeholders and customers
• 5 plus years of experience with power transmission and distribution equipment Services sales
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background
• Ability to travel as required (up to 50%)
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $108,600.00 and $181,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: sales incentive. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 29, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.