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Hitachi Energy

Global electrical transmission and grid modernization

General Sales & Marketing Experienced Professional

Proposal ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVadodara, IndiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree qualification in electrical engineering or a recognized equivalent is required.
  • At least 7 years of overall experience, including at least 3 years of experience in Sales and Marketing, preferably tendering.
  • Knowledge of air-insulated substation equipment, including instrument transformers, live tank breakers, disconnectors, and earthing switches.
  • Prior experience in the utilities tendering process.
  • Strong understanding of the power and energy industry landscape, including relevant technologies, market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and exports.
  • Estimating and tendering experience using an MS Excel-based system.
  • Computer literacy and competence using SFDC, preferably, MS Word, and MS Excel.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English.
  • Time management, coordination, accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to perform in a pressure environment.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and support technical and commercial offers in line with customer specifications, internal factory inputs, and Sales organization directives.
  • Participate in project kickoff meetings to align with cross-functional teams.
  • Define and communicate solution costs to the Sales team, ensuring transparency and accuracy.
  • Complete Project Risk Review documentation on time in accordance with company policies and compliance standards.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to review and evaluate legal, contractual, and commercial clauses, as well as project-related risks and costs.
  • Analyze technical issues and evaluate associated risks to support decision-making throughout the bidding process.
  • Assess customer needs and benchmark competitor offerings using market intelligence and Sales organization insights.
  • Conduct lost proposal analyses, identify root causes, and recommend improvement actions with Sales and Local Business Units.
  • Lead preparation of technical and financial proposal aspects, including pricing, commercial terms, and items to be quoted.
  • Select suitable technologies and product configurations based on application requirements, commercial needs, and quality expectations.
  • Negotiate consortium or subcontracting agreements and define work scopes with bid partners when applicable.
  • Gather relevant documentation and maintain clear records of proposal assumptions, decisions, and rationale.
  • Coordinate and conduct initial technical inspections to gather information for proposal development.
  • Obtain accurate cost inputs by collaborating with internal cost owners and functional stakeholders.
  • Provide technical support to Sales Managers during customer technical meetings.
  • Participate in customer negotiations on technical, contractual, and commercial elements of proposals.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Take responsibility for personal actions while supporting colleagues and the business in accordance with the company’s safety and integrity values.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in Sales and Marketing tendering is preferred.
  • Experience using SFDC is preferred.

About the Company

Hitachi Energy

Global electrical transmission and grid modernization

Hitachi Energy provides systems and solutions for transmitting and distributing electricity. It sells and implements equipment such as transformers, high‑voltage gear, and grid automation tools that help move power from generation sites to homes and businesses. Its offerings include hardware and software that monitor, control, and optimize electrical grids, with AI, data analytics, and automation to improve efficiency and reliability. The company differentiates itself by combining its global engineering footprint with advanced digital technologies and a broad portfolio that covers transmission, distribution, and grid optimization, backed by a presence in more than 140 countries and a workforce of over 40,000. Its goal is to support a cleaner, more flexible, and carbon‑neutral energy future by modernizing infrastructure and integrating renewable energy sources.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$22M
Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
Founded
1900

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