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Senior Service Sales Manager

Hitachi


Job Location:

Zürich - Switzerland

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 8 August 2026 (28 days ago)
Application Deadline: 5 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location:

Zurich Zurich Switzerland

Job ID:

R0139004

Date Posted:

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Sales Marketing & Product Management

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Service Sales Manager to drive growth and expand our service offerings within Swiss market focusing on strategic client engagement and achieving sales targets.

How youll make an impact

  • Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed service sales targets for assigned regions and accounts.

  • Identify qualify and cultivate new business opportunities for Hitachis service portfolio including maintenance support consulting and digital transformation services.

  • Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders at client organizations.

  • Lead the entire sales cycle from initial contact and needs assessment to proposal development negotiation and contract closure.

  • Collaborate closely with technical teams project management and product development to ensure alignment between client needs and service delivery capabilities.

  • Prepare and deliver compelling presentations demonstrations and proposals tailored to client requirements.

  • Monitor market trends competitive landscape and customer feedback to identify new service opportunities and refine sales strategies.

  • Provide accurate sales forecasts and regular reports on sales activities pipeline status and performance against targets.

  • Act as a subject matter expert on Hitachis service offerings effectively communicating their value proposition to clients.

  • Mentor and support junior sales team members as needed.


Your background

  • Bachelors degree in Business Administration Engineering Marketing or a related field. MBA preferred.

  • Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in service sales with a proven track record of consistently exceeding sales quotas.

  • Extensive experience selling complex service solutions (e.g. IT services industrial maintenance digital solutions managed services) to enterprise-level clients.

  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful sales strategies in a competitive market.

  • Strong understanding of various industry sectors relevant to Hitachis business (e.g. manufacturing energy transportation IT).

  • Exceptional communication presentation negotiation and interpersonal skills.

  • Proficiency in CRM software (e.g. Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Ability to travel within Switzerland

  • Strategic thinker with a strong business acumen and a results-oriented approach.

  • Solid language skills: German (B2) French (B1) and English fluent; additional language proficiency is a plus.

More about us

Youll be part of a global technology leader committed to driving sustainable innovation and delivering value to customers through advanced digital energy and industrial solutions. We offer a collaborative inclusive environment where your expertise can make a meaningful impact and support a more sustainable future.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As 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 Hitachis Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As 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 rolesparticularly those involving access to sensitive information financial responsibilities client data regulated environments or security-sensitive functionsadditional 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.


Required Experience:

Manager


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