Location:Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0117977Date Posted:2026-02-12Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Sales, Marketing &amp; Product ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityWe are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Team Lead for Area Sales Team to join our dynamic team at Hitachi Energy Ltd. In this role, you will lead a group of talented Area sales managers, drive performance, manage daily sales operation and play a key part in achieving ambitious sales targets. If you are passionate about leadership, strategy, and building strong client relationships, this is your chance to make an impact. How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and coach a team of Area Sales Manager to achieve and exceed individual and team sales targets</li><li>Conduct one-on-one meetings to give feedback, identify training needs, and support professional development</li><li>Recruit, onboard and develop of new team members</li><li>Elaborate and implement effective sales strategies to expand market share, market penetration and drive sustainable service order growth</li><li>Implement a proactive sales approach to penetrate the HV service market, and continuously improve sales tools and process optimization in the Area Sales team</li><li>Monitor the sales pipeline, forecast results, and provide regular performance reports and market intelligence to management</li><li>Support in developing innovative and customer-oriented HV service solutions and proactively drive their market introduction</li><li>Collaborate with BU/HBU/GPG marketing &amp; sales team, LSU sales team, and internal functions to align sales actions with company objectives</li><li>Build strong trust and maintain relationships with key clients and strategic partners to generate business opportunities</li><li>Stay informed about HV service industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to refine strategies and proactively share information with internal stakeholders</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Engineering degree (electrical or mechanical), or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, management or economics</li><li>Minimum 5 years’ experience in technical sales, preferably with a proven strong record of leadership role</li><li>Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.</li><li>Strong knowledge of sales methodologies, account management, CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), and analytics</li><li>Excellent leadership, cross-cultural communication, and presentation skills</li><li>Ability to inspire, influence and develop a high-performing team</li><li>Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities</li><li>Strong customer focus and result-oriented personality</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>Willingness to travel (20% to 30%)</li><li>English on negotiation level, other languages is a plus</li></ul>More about us <ul><li>You will do interesting and enriching work as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement</li><li>You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow – we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities</li><li>We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought</li><li>Our culture is one of a kind: come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion, and drive to the design and management of Pensions &amp; Benefits at Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us ‘the place to be’ and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all</li><li>Flexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunities</li><li>A competitive compensation and benefits package</li></ul><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Area Sales Team Leader (f/m/d)

Location:Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0117977Date Posted:2026-02-12Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Sales, Marketing &amp; Product ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityWe are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Team Lead for Area Sales Team to join our dynamic team at Hitachi Energy Ltd. In this role, you will lead a group of talented Area sales managers, drive performance, manage daily sales operation and play a key part in achieving ambitious sales targets. If you are passionate about leadership, strategy, and building strong client relationships, this is your chance to make an impact. How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and coach a team of Area Sales Manager to achieve and exceed individual and team sales targets</li><li>Conduct one-on-one meetings to give feedback, identify training needs, and support professional development</li><li>Recruit, onboard and develop of new team members</li><li>Elaborate and implement effective sales strategies to expand market share, market penetration and drive sustainable service order growth</li><li>Implement a proactive sales approach to penetrate the HV service market, and continuously improve sales tools and process optimization in the Area Sales team</li><li>Monitor the sales pipeline, forecast results, and provide regular performance reports and market intelligence to management</li><li>Support in developing innovative and customer-oriented HV service solutions and proactively drive their market introduction</li><li>Collaborate with BU/HBU/GPG marketing &amp; sales team, LSU sales team, and internal functions to align sales actions with company objectives</li><li>Build strong trust and maintain relationships with key clients and strategic partners to generate business opportunities</li><li>Stay informed about HV service industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to refine strategies and proactively share information with internal stakeholders</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Engineering degree (electrical or mechanical), or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, management or economics</li><li>Minimum 5 years’ experience in technical sales, preferably with a proven strong record of leadership role</li><li>Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.</li><li>Strong knowledge of sales methodologies, account management, CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), and analytics</li><li>Excellent leadership, cross-cultural communication, and presentation skills</li><li>Ability to inspire, influence and develop a high-performing team</li><li>Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities</li><li>Strong customer focus and result-oriented personality</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>Willingness to travel (20% to 30%)</li><li>English on negotiation level, other languages is a plus</li></ul>More about us <ul><li>You will do interesting and enriching work as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement</li><li>You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow – we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities</li><li>We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought</li><li>Our culture is one of a kind: come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion, and drive to the design and management of Pensions &amp; Benefits at Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us ‘the place to be’ and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all</li><li>Flexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunities</li><li>A competitive compensation and benefits package</li></ul><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

Area Sales Team Leader (f/m/d)

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