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Area Sales Manager

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Area Sales Manager

Prague, Czech Republic

Hitachi Energy's (previously ABB) success story in power electronics began more than 100 years ago with the production of mercury-arc rectifiers in Switzerland. Over the past 60 years, Hitachi Energy has played a pivotal part in the development of power semiconductors and their applications. Hitachi Energy is a leading supplier of power semiconductors with production facilities in Lenzburg, Switzerland and Prague, Czech Republic. Our products are characterized by high quality, durability and operational reliability. We supply power semiconductor's elements with a current range of 300 to 12000A and a voltage of 200 to 8500V for demanding industrial applications. www.hitachienergy.com/semiconductors

Mission Statement
Responsible for sales of entire portfolio of High Power Semiconductors.

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Focus on dedicated markets, related distributors and customers.

Main Accountabilities and Activities

  • focus on assigned countries within Europe and/or North America
  • complete account management of distributors and end customers, establishing new contacts with potential customers
  • responsible for regular forecast, product promotion and new design-ins
  • gathering market information, preparing market analyses, tracking market trends
  • coordination and various support to distributors and customers worldwide
  • active communication and coordination of sales activities with other departments in our factories in Czechia (Prague) and Switzerland (Lenzburg)
  • close cooperation with product management regarding pricing / marketing approach.

Requirements:

  • university degree in engineering or business management
    (with technical understanding)
  • minimum of 5-year experience in international component sales
  • experience with using various sales channels (such as distributors)
  • basic knowledge of semiconductors
  • advanced in English and Czech language (min. C1), German language as advantage
  • strong business acumen, ability to work independently
  • responsible approach, high level of integrity
  • willingness to travel, on average 20%
  • position based in Prague, Czech Republic

What do we offer?

  • long term carrier opportunity in the semiconductor industry, selling "products
    of the future"
  • background of strong international company, an open corporate culture supporting growth and self-development
  • working with modern technologies, daily use of foreign languages
  • close cooperation with global sales and product management teams

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Client-provided location(s): Prague, Czechia
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-120535
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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