Location:Bad Honnef, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyJob ID: R0122597Date Posted:2026-04-17Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AGProfession (Job Category):Sales, Marketing &amp; Product ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<h2>The Opportunity</h2>Step into the future with Hitachi Energy! As the data center market in Germany continues to expand at unprecedented speed, this is your opportunity to be at the forefront of one of the most dynamic growth segments in the energy industry. Data centers are a critical backbone of a digital, electrified, and low‑carbon society.Join us as a Business Development Manager – Data Center Segment Germany and take a leading role in driving the entire transformer business across all product lines. This cross‑product role focuses on identifying, developing, and scaling business opportunities, shaping go‑to‑market strategies, and positioning Hitachi Energy as a preferred partner for hyperscalers, colocation providers, utilities, and EPCs.If you are passionate about market development, complex infrastructure projects, and long‑term strategic customer partnerships, we want you on our team.<h2>How you’ll make an impact</h2><ul><li>Develop and execute a business development and sales channel strategy to drive market penetration within the Data Center Segment in Germany</li><li>Own the end‑to‑end development of transformer-related business opportunities (cross‑product) for data center customers across Germany</li><li>Identify new market opportunities, customers, and applications within the data center ecosystem</li><li>Collaborate closely with Sales, Product Management, Engineering, and Global Segment teams to convert opportunities into sustainable business</li><li>Plan and monitor Marketing &amp; Business Development initiatives to support long‑term growth and customer engagement</li><li>Act as a key interface for hyperscalers, colocation providers, utilities, and EPC partners</li><li>Continuously analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to refine the business development strategy</li><li>Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction while supporting strategic pipeline growth and revenue targets</li><li>Track opportunities and performance using CRM tools and business development KPIs</li></ul><h2>Your background</h2><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field</li><li>5+ years of proven experience in Business Development, Sales, or Segment Management, ideally within Data Centers, Electrical Transmission &amp; Distribution, or related infrastructure industries</li><li>Strong understanding of electrical power systems, transformer applications, and large infrastructure investments</li><li>Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently at C‑level</li><li>Proven capability to develop and implement business development strategies for high‑value capital projects</li><li>Strong analytical, strategic, and problem‑solving skills</li><li>Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a cross‑functional and matrix environment</li><li>Willingness to travel up to 50%</li><li>Fluency in German and English</li><li>Experience with CRM systems, opportunity management, and performance metrics</li></ul><h2>More about us</h2><ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Electric company car</li><li>Excellent opportunities for professional growth and international career development</li><li>A dynamic, collaborative, and future‑oriented work environment</li></ul>Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified 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. 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a> Background Screening and Security ChecksAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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Business Development Manager – Data Center Segment PGTR (f/m/d)

Location:Bad Honnef, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyJob ID: R0122597Date Posted:2026-04-17Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AGProfession (Job Category):Sales, Marketing &amp; Product ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<h2>The Opportunity</h2>Step into the future with Hitachi Energy! As the data center market in Germany continues to expand at unprecedented speed, this is your opportunity to be at the forefront of one of the most dynamic growth segments in the energy industry. Data centers are a critical backbone of a digital, electrified, and low‑carbon society.Join us as a Business Development Manager – Data Center Segment Germany and take a leading role in driving the entire transformer business across all product lines. This cross‑product role focuses on identifying, developing, and scaling business opportunities, shaping go‑to‑market strategies, and positioning Hitachi Energy as a preferred partner for hyperscalers, colocation providers, utilities, and EPCs.If you are passionate about market development, complex infrastructure projects, and long‑term strategic customer partnerships, we want you on our team.<h2>How you’ll make an impact</h2><ul><li>Develop and execute a business development and sales channel strategy to drive market penetration within the Data Center Segment in Germany</li><li>Own the end‑to‑end development of transformer-related business opportunities (cross‑product) for data center customers across Germany</li><li>Identify new market opportunities, customers, and applications within the data center ecosystem</li><li>Collaborate closely with Sales, Product Management, Engineering, and Global Segment teams to convert opportunities into sustainable business</li><li>Plan and monitor Marketing &amp; Business Development initiatives to support long‑term growth and customer engagement</li><li>Act as a key interface for hyperscalers, colocation providers, utilities, and EPC partners</li><li>Continuously analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to refine the business development strategy</li><li>Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction while supporting strategic pipeline growth and revenue targets</li><li>Track opportunities and performance using CRM tools and business development KPIs</li></ul><h2>Your background</h2><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field</li><li>5+ years of proven experience in Business Development, Sales, or Segment Management, ideally within Data Centers, Electrical Transmission &amp; Distribution, or related infrastructure industries</li><li>Strong understanding of electrical power systems, transformer applications, and large infrastructure investments</li><li>Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently at C‑level</li><li>Proven capability to develop and implement business development strategies for high‑value capital projects</li><li>Strong analytical, strategic, and problem‑solving skills</li><li>Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a cross‑functional and matrix environment</li><li>Willingness to travel up to 50%</li><li>Fluency in German and English</li><li>Experience with CRM systems, opportunity management, and performance metrics</li></ul><h2>More about us</h2><ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Electric company car</li><li>Excellent opportunities for professional growth and international career development</li><li>A dynamic, collaborative, and future‑oriented work environment</li></ul>Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified 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. 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a> Background Screening and Security ChecksAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

Business Development Manager – Data Center Segment PGTR (f/m/d)

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