Export Sales

Location:

Shanghai, China

Job ID:

R0117180

Date Posted:

2026-01-27

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY (CHINA) LTD.

Profession (Job Category):

Sales, Marketing & Product Management

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all.

Our Grid Automation business unit has a comprehensive portfolio of enterprise software solutions. These solutions address all key segments connected to the energy system including generation, transmission distribution, industries, transportation, and infrastructure sectors.

Our Grid Automation software and services portfolio unites deep domain knowledge and innovative technologies that enable customers across the globe to optimize the critical systems that power, move and connect us. Together, we’re building a more productive and sustainable world.

How you’ll make an impact

1. You will be responsible for achieving the allocated yearly Direct Export sales order budget of substation automation products and systems.

2. You will be responsible for following up with overseas opportunities from Global Hitachi Energy Units and direct overseas end-users/customers.

3. You will be responsible for offering the most technically appropriate and competitive solutions with tendering support.

4. You will participate in product presentations, technical meetings, and negotiations with overseas customers remotely or face-to-face, and provide technical support and clarification.

5. You will be responsible for regular business reporting to the Direct Export sales director.

6. You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

7. Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity means taking responsibility for your actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

1. You hold a Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering.

2. Required with 3+ years of sales working experience in the electrical industry; experience in multinational corporations, engineering companies, or design institutes is preferred.

3. Knowledge of electrical power systems, substation automation products, telecommunications, and applications in renewables, utilities, etc.

4. Commercial experience is preferred. Especially International trading.

5. Strong communication skills across diverse stakeholders, quick learning ability, and effective self-management.

6. Results-driven, highly responsible, with strong conflict-resolution skills, willing to undertake overseas business travel.

7. Fluent and effective communication skills in both English and Mandarin.

8. Ability to perform effectively under high work pressure.

More about us
We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :

1. Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year

2. Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)

3. Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)

4. Long service awards

5. Flexible Working(subject to role)

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested – don’t delay, apply today! All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Alice Zhao, WeChat: alicezhao2020.

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