Network Control - Global Pre-Sales & Business Development Leader

The Opportunity

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Build and run the global Network Manager pre‑sales capability, ensuring coverage of all technical aspects of the solution.
• Partner with the NC Global Sales Manager to set priorities, align regional needs, and progress opportunities across regions.
• Review customer specifications, assess compliance, and shape technical and commercial responses.
• Work with Engineering and Product teams to address gaps versus standard offerings and manage technical risk in proposals.
• Support execution of the full proposal process, from concept through customer presentation, including bid / no‑bid input where applicable.
• Serve as a recognized authority for Network Manager, coordinating resolution of technical issues and advising internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Regional Sales Leaders to consult with customers, support sales events, and move opportunities through the funnel.
• Develop and mentor the pre‑sales organization through skills assessment, coaching, and performance follow‑up.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of related software experience.
• Experience managing teams and working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Preferred knowledge of the software industry and experience within a global, matrix organization.
• Sound understanding of SCADA and energy management applications.
• Process Excellent leadership, communication, prioritization and organizational skills
• Experience with monthly and quarterly close and reporting cycles
• Change leadership experience and proven delivery of change implementation
• Proven ability to build effective relationships at all levels across the business, able to collaborate within the broader business at a senior level
• Results driven, ability to inspire, motivate and lead people to best outcomes indirectly, using influencing skills

More About Us

• In this role, you gain the opportunity to work with people and solutions shaping how power networks are managed and supported around the world.
• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy
• A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry
• Access to learning platforms and career development programs
• Attractive health and retirement benefits
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements
• Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core.
• Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.
• With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.
• Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.
• We welcome you to apply today.