Hitachi ABB Power Grids

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 38,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD. www.hitachienergy.com

You as a Global Product Manager, will be part of Hitachi Energy Team, and reporting to the Global Product Group Switchgear manager. You will be instrumental in shaping our Dead Tank Breaker (DTB) and Plug and Switch System (PASS) business. This will involve closely monitoring market trends and customer needs by maintaining a close dialog with clients, sales teams, and other stakeholders. Are you keen to apply your well-developed strategic and analytical skills to a fast-paced business? There are no limits to what we can achieve together.

Your responsibilities

• You define product strategy and segment positioning for DTB and PASS, analyze portfolio gaps and business opportunities, and decide on modifications or extensions to our product portfolio.
• You implement Product Lifecycle Management, including product cost tracking to achieve market share, growth, and profitability targets
• You analyze input from Sales and Marketing, key accounts, and other relevant data and publications, in addition to monitoring strengths and weaknesses of each product
• You support the sales force to manage customer’s technical requests and participate in customer workshops and sales trainings
• You provide input for competitor benchmarking and prepare/review summaries about competing products and pricing strategies in collaboration with the Global Product Marketing Manager
• You participate in Research and Development project meetings and decide on variants and product extensions in cooperation with the Local Product Group team
• You suggest Research and Development projects for new products, in addition to planning, detailing, and prioritizing proposals within specified budgets
• Living core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues, and the business

Your background

• Master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Excellent understanding of relevant applications
• Knowledge of international markets and relevant drivers for success
• Well-developed leadership skills and the ability to communicate at all managerial levels
• Strong cultural awareness together with a solid command of English
• Willingness to travel up to 20 - 30%

More about us

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation Charlene Blaquiere Global Talent Partner Hitachi Energy

Publication date

2022-01-14

Reference Number

HQ52476616_E6