Head of Marketing & Sales - Grid Solutions North America

Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0116203Date Posted:2026-02-17Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Sales, Marketing & Product ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityJoin a global team shaping the future of energy. At Hitachi Energy, we advance a sustainable energy future for all—bringing power to homes, industries, communities, and the next generation. We are seeking a Head of Marketing & Sales for Grid Solutions in North America, an inspiring leader ready to accelerate growth across the region and deepen our impact in the Utility and Industrial markets.In this role, you will lead the North America Marketing & Sales organization for our Grid Solutions (Substations) portfolio within the Grid and Power Quality Solutions & Service Product Group. You will drive strategy, market penetration and customer engagement, working closely with regional and global teams to ensure seamless execution and alignment.If you are energized by complex markets, motivated by building strong teams, and driven by delivering innovative solutions that make a real difference, this is a unique opportunity to influence a rapidly evolving sector and contribute to shaping a resilient energy future.How you’ll make an impactLead the Marketing & Sales organization for Grid Solutions across North America, driving strategy execution and market growth.Strengthen customer relationships and expand market reach through early engagement, strategic partnerships and targeted sales initiatives.Collaborate with Front-End Sales teams to deploy regional priorities, enhance portfolio visibility and ensure market capture.Develop frameworks such as Frame Agreements and Capacity Reservation Agreements to secure pipeline and delivery capabilities.Partner with cross-Hub teams, other Hitachi Energy business units and external collaborators to optimize resource use and pursue strategic opportunities.Manage sales performance, ensuring achievement of sales targets, gross margin expectations and business model coverage.Foster a culture of high performance, collaboration, learning and shared best practices across the region.Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.Your backgroundDegree in Engineering, Business, Management or related field.15+ years of progressive Sales leadership experience in the electrical or power industry, with a strong record of driving strategy and results.10+ years of experience in Project Business (EP/EPC), in Sales, Operations or Engineering.Demonstrated success leading diverse teams, aligning stakeholders and motivating cross-functional groups.Experience working in multicultural, multiregional environments.Strong communication, negotiation, leadership and relationship-building skills.Fluent in English; French language skills considered an asset.Ability to travel within North America and internationally (30–40%).More about usWe are committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration and inclusion.You will join a global team that values continuous learning, development and real-world impact.At Hitachi Energy, we believe that diversity + collaboration = great innovation.Equal Employment Opportunity(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesProtected veterans and qualified 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.SummaryLocation: Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesType: Full time