Service Sales Specialist

DescriptionThe opportunityAs a Sales Specialist, you will drive sales of the Service team focusing on volume, mix, and profitability targets.You will build strong customer relationships, identify new market opportunities, and ensure a seamless sales process aligned with Hitachi Energy's strategy.Your responsibilities:Sales & Profitability:Assist in driving sales by promoting service products, ensuring optimal volume and profitability.Customer Engagement:Develop and maintain strong customer relationships, understand their needs, and deliver tailored solutions for a positive experience.Sales Planning:Create and manage sales plans using internal tools; monitor progress and implement recovery strategies when needed.Value Creation:Use effective sales techniques to ensure successful deals, aligning proposals with company offerings and terms.Marketing & Promotion:Support marketing efforts and communicate value propositions effectively to customers.Market Development:Identify and pursue new market opportunities, fostering cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing.Sales Administration:Handle administrative tasks, support collections, and assist with project management as required.Offer Management:Prepare competitive offers in coordination with internal teams, ensuring technical and financial accuracy.Your backgroundYour background Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; or suitable relevant work experience.Proven experience in electrical industry and front-end roles within the Service market, including sales or sales management.Strong technical foundation with a degree or relevant qualification; deep knowledge of the electrical industry, customer segments, and Hitachi Energy's offerings.Skilled in managing multiple quotes simultaneously, with a focus on customer communication and timely updates.Demonstrated ability to develop client-focused solutions, drive new business creatively, and deliver results in a competitive environment.Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, negotiation, presentation, and both verbal and written communication.Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently in a results-driven setting.Proficient in Microsoft Office and Salesforce; capable of motivating and delegating within a team to execute tasks effectively.Full clean Irish Drivers licenseMore About UsBring your very own sense of pride and purpose as you help us drive forward the Fourth Industrial Revolution – creating a sustainable future for our planet, and your career.Join Hitachi and harness the power of our diverse global network, as you collaborate with and learn from our world-class teams.Hitachi Energy complementary strengths, we plan to form a new and stronger global leader in the power sector.Hitachi Energy will have more than 230 years of combined heritage and experience.Join us on this exciting journey.Talent Partner, Lauren Dolphin, ****** will answer your questions on the position.Would you like to help us develop the technology of tomorrow?Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don't delay – apply todayQualified 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 general inquiry form 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.#J-*****-Ljbffr