In this role you support Hitachi Energys InvestorOwned Utility / IOU businessby managing and growing distributor channel accounts that serve electric utilities across the United States and Canada. You work at the intersection of utilities channel partners and Hitachi Energys diverse businesses helping position a broad portfolio of power grid solutions to expand market penetration customer satisfaction and share of spend.
You manage endtoend channel relationships from executive engagement and account planning to resolving complex issues and mobilizing internal teams. By applying sound business insight utility market knowledge and a valuebased sales approach you help channel partners address their business needs while advancing Hitachi Energys strategic priorities. Your work directly supports utility customers by enabling reliable competitive and highimpact solutions across the power grid ecosystem.
This role offers exposure to a wide range of grid technologies utility business models and market dynamics. You collaborate with sales marketing and business units to translate strategy into execution contributing to stronger customer experiences sustainable growth and longterm partnerships across the utility landscape.
How Youll Make an Impact
Manage and grow distributor channel accounts serving electric utilities with accountability for orders share of spend and customer satisfaction
Build trusted longterm relationships with channel partner executives and key stakeholders across utility-focused organizations
Create and execute strategic account plans that prioritize opportunities and align Hitachi Energy value propositions to channel partner needs
Mobilize crossbusiness Hitachi Energy resources to deliver integrated highvalue solutions for utility customers
Act as the focal point for issue resolution customer complaints and complex relationship management across business lines
Provide market intelligence competitive updates and utility market insights to sales and marketing teams
Lead capture teams and support complex negotiations to drive growth and strategic project wins
Represent Hitachi Energy at industry events supporting valuebased selling and awareness of market trends
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations procedures and guidelines.
Your Background
Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
Bachelors degree in a technical (engineering) or business discipline required; MBA preferred
8 years of experience preferred or a combination of acceptable education and experience including multiple products customers or market segments
Several years of experience in distribution sales preferably in the electric utility sector
Previous experience working in an electric utility environment with understanding of the utility bid process and major competitors
Proven ability to work effectively in a matrixed team environment motivate and influence others and build relationships quickly
Proficiency with MS Office tools (including Excel pivot tables and PowerPoint) and experience using Salesforce or a comparable CRM tool
Willingness and ability to travel at least 50% Nationally (East Central West)
More About Us
In this role at Hitachi Energy you gain broad exposure to utility markets channel strategies and collaborative crossbusiness teams shaping the future of the power grid.
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
Salary $116000 - $170000 annually
Equal Employment Opportunity(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Location:Remote - Colorado United States of AmericaJob ID: R0125926Date Posted:Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Sales Marketing & Product ManagementJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:YesJob Description:Channel Manager UtilityThe OpportunityIn this role you support Hitachi Energ...
Location:
Remote - Colorado United States of America
Job ID:
R0125926
Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Profession (Job Category):
Sales Marketing & Product Management
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
Yes
Job Description:
Channel Manager Utility
The Opportunity
In this role you support Hitachi Energys InvestorOwned Utility / IOU businessby managing and growing distributor channel accounts that serve electric utilities across the United States and Canada. You work at the intersection of utilities channel partners and Hitachi Energys diverse businesses helping position a broad portfolio of power grid solutions to expand market penetration customer satisfaction and share of spend.
You manage endtoend channel relationships from executive engagement and account planning to resolving complex issues and mobilizing internal teams. By applying sound business insight utility market knowledge and a valuebased sales approach you help channel partners address their business needs while advancing Hitachi Energys strategic priorities. Your work directly supports utility customers by enabling reliable competitive and highimpact solutions across the power grid ecosystem.
This role offers exposure to a wide range of grid technologies utility business models and market dynamics. You collaborate with sales marketing and business units to translate strategy into execution contributing to stronger customer experiences sustainable growth and longterm partnerships across the utility landscape.
How Youll Make an Impact
Manage and grow distributor channel accounts serving electric utilities with accountability for orders share of spend and customer satisfaction
Build trusted longterm relationships with channel partner executives and key stakeholders across utility-focused organizations
Create and execute strategic account plans that prioritize opportunities and align Hitachi Energy value propositions to channel partner needs
Mobilize crossbusiness Hitachi Energy resources to deliver integrated highvalue solutions for utility customers
Act as the focal point for issue resolution customer complaints and complex relationship management across business lines
Provide market intelligence competitive updates and utility market insights to sales and marketing teams
Lead capture teams and support complex negotiations to drive growth and strategic project wins
Represent Hitachi Energy at industry events supporting valuebased selling and awareness of market trends
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations procedures and guidelines.
Your Background
Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
Bachelors degree in a technical (engineering) or business discipline required; MBA preferred
8 years of experience preferred or a combination of acceptable education and experience including multiple products customers or market segments
Several years of experience in distribution sales preferably in the electric utility sector
Previous experience working in an electric utility environment with understanding of the utility bid process and major competitors
Proven ability to work effectively in a matrixed team environment motivate and influence others and build relationships quickly
Proficiency with MS Office tools (including Excel pivot tables and PowerPoint) and experience using Salesforce or a comparable CRM tool
Willingness and ability to travel at least 50% Nationally (East Central West)
More About Us
In this role at Hitachi Energy you gain broad exposure to utility markets channel strategies and collaborative crossbusiness teams shaping the future of the power grid.
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
Salary $116000 - $170000 annually
Equal Employment Opportunity(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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.
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