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Software Sales Executive - Hunter Role

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The posting

Location

Remote - Texas, United States

Job ID

R0132558

Date Posted

2026-06-15

Company Name

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category)

Sales, Marketing & Product Management

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

Yes

The Opportunity

In this role, you will focus on expanding the adoption of software solutions that support the evolving power grid and energy landscape. As a Software Sales Executive, you will identify and pursue new business opportunities, working closely with customers to understand their operational needs and align them with digital solutions. Your work will directly contribute to how organizations manage, optimize, and modernize energy systems through software-driven capabilities.

You will engage across the full sales cycle - from prospecting and discovery through proposal development and deal closure - while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support successful customer outcomes. By building relationships with key stakeholders and navigating complex organizational structures, you will help drive growth and strengthen market presence in the software solutions space. This role offers exposure to enterprise software applications within the energy sector and the opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of power infrastructure.

How You’ll Make an Impact

  • Identify and qualify new business opportunities through lead generation, networking, and outreach activities
  • Build understanding of the software product portfolio, value proposition, and competitive landscape
  • Conduct discovery discussions with prospective clients to align software solutions with business needs
  • Build and maintain relationships with decision-makers and stakeholders throughout the sales cycle
  • Develop and deliver tailored sales presentations and proposals
  • Negotiate contract terms and close complex software deals to achieve sales targets
  • Apply strategic selling approaches to navigate organizational structures and influence purchasing decisions
  • Maintain accurate sales forecasts and pipeline data within CRM tools
  • Collaborate with pre-sales, professional services, and product teams to support customer onboarding and satisfaction
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred
  • Proven track record in a software sales “hunter” role with consistent achievement of sales quotas
  • Experience with lead generation strategies and sales development techniques
  • Knowledge of enterprise software solutions, preferably within the energy sector or related industries
  • Experience across the full sales cycle, including prospecting, qualification, presentation, negotiation, and closing
  • Experience with strategic selling frameworks and methodologies

More About Us

In this role, you will work alongside experienced teams supporting the delivery of software solutions that enable digital transformation in the energy sector.

  • Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy
  • A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry
  • Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
  • Financial Wellbeing: (Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance)
  • Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance
  • Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday)
  • Hybrid Work Environment: This role operates in a hybrid work environment, with a combination of in-office and remote collaboration based on business needs.
  • Permissive Time Off: No accrued hours, take the time you need
  • Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms

Where you can sell from

Fully remote, for people based in United States.

Taken from Hitachi's own posting, last seen live on 3 Nov 2026.

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About Hitachi

Transformers, HVDC links, high-voltage products and grid automation from Hitachi Energy, plus data storage, IT services, air compressors and factory equipment from other Hitachi companies, sold to utilities, EPC contractors, data centers, manufacturers and enterprise IT buyers.

Pay schedule: Each role is a salaried job with the Hitachi company that posts it (Hitachi Energy, Vantara, Digital Services, Global Air Power and others), with incentive plans and local benefits named in only a few postings.

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