š OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWHitachi Energy is actively recruiting for a Business Development Manager - Mining & Industrial position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector looking to advance their careers.
šÆ IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profileā¢ Experience Level: 8 years ā¢ Educational Background: Others or equivalent ā¢ Industry Focus: Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development ā¢ Location Preference: in Gauteng
š¼ WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSSales and marketing roles like Business Development Manager - Mining & Industrial are key revenue drivers. This position offers direct impact on business growth and market expansion.
š CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
š APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Business Development Manager - Mining & Industrial position, ensure your CV highlights: ā¢ Relevant experience matching the 8 years requirement ā¢ Educational qualifications in line with Others ā¢ Specific achievements in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development field ā¢ Any certifications or specialized training
š SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Job DescriptionThe opportunity
Are you passionate about shaping the future of energy-intensive industries and delivering innovative solutions that make a real difference? At Hitachi Energy, we're looking for a forward-thinkingĀ Business Development ManagerĀ to drive growth across ourĀ Mining & Industrial segmentĀ within the Middle East and African markets. In this exciting role, you'll help expand our Grid and Power Quality Solutions and Services (GPQSS) portfolio, working closely with customers to understand their evolving challenges and co-create solutions that improve efficiency, support electrification, reduce emissions, and enable sustainable growth. As industries continue to transform and increase their electrical demand, you'll be at the forefront of identifying new opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and bringing together Hitachi Energy's world-class technologies with complementary third-party solutions. You'll collaborate across business development, engineering, sales, and marketing teams to deliver integrated solutions that create long-term value for customers and accelerate our market growth. If you enjoy building relationships, spotting emerging trends, developing innovative business models, and influencing strategy in a global environment, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact while contributing to a more sustainable energy future for all.
How you'll make an impact
Develop and strengthen relationships with key customers across the Mining and Industrial sectors, promoting our strategy and expanding portfolio to address evolving customer needs. Identify emerging market trends and customer challenges, working closely with customers and industry partners to develop innovative, end-to-end solutions. Collaborate with the Application Engineering function to shape technical solutions that support growing electrification and power quality demands within the segment. Introduce strategic engagement models such as Frame Agreements, Capacity Reservation Agreements, and Base Load concepts to secure opportunities early, meet customer delivery expectations, and deliver optimized technical and commercial solutions. Build strategic partnerships with suppliers, technology providers, and complementary industries to enhance our integrated system offerings. Support the development and deployment of new business models that combine Hitachi Energy's technologies with third-party products and services. Work closely with sales, marketing, and front-end teams to create a seamless customer journey from opportunity development through to project execution. Champion a culture of safety, integrity, collaboration, and accountability in everything you do.
Your background
Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related discipline. 8+ years of experience in business development, sales, marketing, or operations within the Electrical and Power industry. Knowledge of Mining and Industries sectors is preferred Experience working with customers at all management, technical, and operative levels Proven ability to develop business opportunities and deliver customer-centric solutions. Experience working in a multicultural environment across different regions.Ā Strong communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills
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