Electric Power Business Transformation Leader

Bebeestrategist; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Johannesburg is searching for a Vice President to drive strategic growth and manage the full P&L for the Power Systems business. The role includes developing and executing growth strategies, managing key relationships, and leading large teams across regions. Candidates should have over 25 years of experience in the energy sector, a Bachelor's in engineering, and a strong track record in P&L management. This full-time position offers a rich opportunity for impactful leadership.

Qualifications

• 25+ years of experience in MV products and energy sector sales.
• Demonstrated full P&L management experience.
• Strong understanding of digital solutions and MV systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop growth strategies for MV product portfolios.
• Achieve sales, revenue, and profit targets.
• Manage strategic relationships with EPCs and utilities.
• Lead negotiations with C-level executives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Commercial negotiation

Change management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

MBA

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a seasoned leader to drive strategic growth and manage the full P&L for our Power Systems business.

As Vice President, you will be responsible for leading a large team of professionals across multiple regions and driving key business transformations.

If you have a proven track record of success in managing complex commercial environments and developing high-performance cultures, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute growth strategies for MV product portfolios, digital grids, and power services.

Deploy global strategies to local markets with clear priorities and communication.

Achieve sales, revenue, profitability, and margin targets.

Implement end-to-end specialist models from sales to project delivery.

Drive pipeline growth and define Go-To-Market (GTM) strategies for key power systems segments.

Manage strategic relationships with EPCs, utilities, end-users, and consultants.

Lead C-level negotiations and major commercial engagements.

Operational & P&L Accountability

Full P&L responsibility for Power Systems in the cluster.

Work closely with ETO factories for forecasting, capacity planning, and profitable loading.

Lead tendering and execution teams within the zone.

Drive key business transformations : green, digital, and recurring revenue models.

Lead and develop a team of + professionals across the region.

Build a high-performance culture with strong talent development.

Navigate matrixed organizational structures and drive cross-functional collaboration.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in engineering; MBA preferred.

25+ years of experience in MV products, energy sector sales, and projects.

Demonstrated experience managing a full P&L for a business or country.

Experience with long-cycle solution sales and complex commercial environments.

Strong leadership experience managing large, geographically distributed teams.

Deep understanding of digital solutions, MV systems, and utility operations.

Strong strategic thinking and execution capabilities.

Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.

Change management and crisis leadership experience.

Seniority Level Director Employment Type Full-time