Global Solution Sales Manager – Distribution Automation

Hitachi

Global Solution Sales Manager for Distribution Automation responsible for promoting advanced automation solutions. Collaborating with regional teams to deliver tailored solutions for customer needs.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeDubai • 🇦🇪 United Arab EmiratesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing global go-to-market strategies for Distribution Automation solutions, with a strong focus on sales performance, customer engagement, and market intelligence. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive business development initiatives in the power systems and grid automation sectors.

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Global Go-To-Market Strategy DevelopmentDistribution Automation TechnologiesB2B Sales LeadershipCustomer Relationship ManagementMarket Intelligence Analysis

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Hard Skills

Sales ForecastingTechnical B2B SalesPower Systems KnowledgeGrid Automation SolutionsFeeder AutomationSCADA/DMSProtection RelaysRTUsCommunication NetworksSmart Grid Concepts

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentorshipConsultative Sales ApproachCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringMBA or Equivalent Business Education

Industry Keywords

Distribution AutomationElectric Utility Distribution NetworksOT/IT ConvergenceDigital Substation SolutionsChannel Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a comprehensive global go-to-market strategy for Distribution Automation solutions, including market segmentation, target setting, and value proposition definition.
Regularly refine the strategy based on market trends and corporate objectives.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities across regions and market segments.
Build a robust global sales pipeline by working closely with regional sales managers on lead generation initiatives, strategic account targeting, and by establishing relationships with potential clients at the executive level.
Take ownership of global DA solution sales targets (orders, revenues, margins).
Monitor performance against targets and drive corrective actions with regional teams to ensure achievement of financial goals.
Prepare consolidated sales forecasts and reports for executive leadership.
Build and maintain strong relationships with critical customers (utilities, industrials) and strategic partners (system integrators, distributors) on a global scale.
Act as executive sponsor for select global accounts, ensuring consistent engagement and satisfaction across different geographies.
Promote a consultative sales approach – engage customers to deeply understand their operational challenges and objectives.
Propose value-driven, customized DA solutions that may combine products, software, and services.
Collaborate with product management and engineering to tailor offerings to specific client requirements, and ensure proposed solutions are competitive and feasible.
Provide direction, coaching, and support to regional and local sales teams worldwide.
Ensure regional teams are aligned with global strategy and have the knowledge and tools to execute.
Orchestrate regional efforts for large or cross-border deals, facilitating resource sharing and best-practice exchange.
Conduct regular pipeline reviews and strategy sessions with regional sales leaders.
Leverage the Distribution Automation CoE in Europe for pre-sales technical support, solution development, and innovation.
Coordinate CoE expert involvement in key pursuits to ensure optimal solution design and value demonstration to clients.
Feed customer and market feedback to the CoE to drive continuous improvement of offerings.
Work closely with other functions – Marketing, to drive global campaigns and ensure messaging consistency; Product Management/R&D, to align on product roadmap and influence development priorities with market insights; Project Delivery/Supply Chain, to ensure capability to deliver what is being sold.
Act as the bridge between the sales organization and these teams to enable smooth execution of orders.
In collaboration with channel management teams, define and execute a global channel strategy specific to Distribution Automation solutions.
Identify, onboard, and nurture key channel partners (such as panel builders, VARs, engineering firms) in coordination with regions.
Set performance expectations for partners and drive joint business development activities to expand market coverage.
Continuously monitor industry trends, competitor offerings, and regional market dynamics.
Provide market intelligence to internal stakeholders – e.g., emerging needs for grid automation in smart cities or new competitor solutions – and adjust sales tactics accordingly.
Collaborate with finance and product teams on global pricing strategies and deal approval guidelines to balance competitiveness with profitability.
Provide leadership and mentorship to any direct or virtual team members (e.g., global solution sales specialists).

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Power Systems, or related field.
MBA or equivalent business education is a plus.
Minimum 5-7 years in technical B2B sales or business development, with 5+ years in a leadership role driving global or multi-region sales.
Prior experience in power systems, grid automation, or industrial automation solution sales is highly desirable.
Proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing major accounts or global initiatives.
Strong understanding of Distribution Automation technologies (e.g. feeder automation, SCADA/DMS, protection relays, RTUs, communication networks) and the needs of electric utility distribution networks.
Familiarity with smart grid concepts, OT/IT convergence, and digital substation solutions.
Ability to quickly learn and explain complex technical solutions at high level.
Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required. Arabic is plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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