Service Sales & Marketing - Hitachi Energy.

About Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification and sustainable energy solutions, delivering innovative products, systems, and services that support the transition to a carbon-neutral future. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, the company operates in more than 140 countries, helping utilities, industries, and infrastructure projects improve energy reliability, efficiency, and sustainability. With a strong focus on innovation and customer collaboration, Hitachi Energy offers exciting career opportunities for professionals looking to shape the future of energy.

Job Overview

Hitachi Energy is seeking an experienced Service Sales & Marketing Specialist to drive business growth within its High Voltage and Transformer Services portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing technical and commercial proposals, managing bids and tenders, identifying new business opportunities, and building strong customer relationships to support the company's service business.

This role is ideal for a commercially minded engineering professional with experience in service sales and the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare technical and commercial proposals, quotations, and bid documents.

• Drive sales growth for High Voltage and Transformer service solutions.

• Develop customised techno-commercial solutions that meet customer requirements.

• Manage tenders, pricing strategies, sales forecasts, and business pipelines.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the energy sector.

• Collaborate with engineering and service teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.

• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to support business growth.

• Ensure customer satisfaction through effective communication and service delivery.

• Prepare regular sales and performance reports for management.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.

• Minimum of 5–10 years of experience in service sales, bid management, proposal development, or a related commercial role.

• Strong technical and commercial knowledge of the energy, power, or electrical engineering sector.

• Experience preparing technical proposals and managing customer tenders.

• Willingness to travel as required.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong sales and business development skills.

• Excellent technical and commercial acumen.

• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.

• Customer relationship management expertise.

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong presentation and proposal writing skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Self-motivation with a results-oriented mindset.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sales management tools.

Why Join Hitachi Energy?

Joining Hitachi Energy provides an opportunity to work with one of the world's leading energy technology companies. Employees gain exposure to innovative technologies, international best practices, continuous learning opportunities, and a collaborative environment focused on sustainability, innovation, and professional growth.

Job Summary

1. Position: Service Sales & Marketing Specialist

2. Company: Hitachi Energy

3. Location: Zambia

4. Employment Type: Full-Time

5. Category: Sales & Marketing / Electrical Engineering

6. Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.

7. Experience: Minimum 5–10 years in service sales, bid management, proposal development, or a related commercial role within the energy sector.