The Opportunity

In our Global Product Group (GPQSS), we are continuously evolving our offerings to deliver the full value of technology and innovation. Our mission is to help customers meet their energy needs while improving efficiency, conserving resources, and supporting the energy transition through scalable and sustainable solutions.

As the Regional Business Development Manager, BESS & Edge, you will play a key role in driving the growth of our Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Integrated Solutions business across Hub Asia. You will lead market development activities, strengthen customer engagement, identify new opportunities, and help shape the regional strategy for this rapidly growing business segment.

Working closely with customers, local operating units, partners, suppliers, and cross-functional teams, you will support the development and deployment of integrated energy solutions including BESS, Energy Management Systems, Medium Voltage Solutions, Plant Electrification, and Industrial Optimization solutions.

How You'll Make an Impact

Drive business development activities and build a strong pipeline of opportunities across the BESS and Integrated Solutions portfolio throughout Hub Asia.
Develop and expand relationships with customers, utilities, developers, EPCs, partners, and key industry stakeholders.
Identify emerging market opportunities, customer needs, and industry trends to support business growth.
Support local operating units in opportunity pursuits, customer engagement, sales strategy development, and tender preparation.
Contribute to the development and execution of the regional BESS growth strategy and go-to-market plans.
Collaborate closely with engineering, project execution, supply chain, service teams, and product groups to deliver competitive and differentiated solutions.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with battery suppliers, technology providers, and ecosystem partners.
Develop innovative business models, strategic partnerships, and commercial frameworks that create value for customers and Hitachi Energy.
Promote integrated solutions by leveraging both Hitachi Energy and third-party technologies where appropriate.
Ensure compliance with applicable internal policies, regulations, and business guidelines.
Live Hitachi Energy's values of safety and integrity by taking responsibility for your actions while caring for your colleagues, customers, and the business.

Your Background

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, Energy Management, or a related field.
8-10 years of experience in business development, sales, strategic marketing, or customer solutions within the energy, power, renewable energy, or electrification sectors.
Proven experience in the Asian energy market with a strong track record of driving business growth and developing customer relationships.
Experience in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Energy Management Systems, renewable energy, grid integration, or related integrated energy solutions.
Strong understanding of system integration and utility-scale energy projects.
Proven experience supporting complex tenders, opportunity development, and commercial pursuits.
Experience developing market strategies and driving growth in emerging or rapidly evolving business segments.
Ability to work effectively across a matrix organization and collaborate with technical, commercial, operational, and supply chain teams.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate customer needs into business opportunities.
Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to execution and problem solving.
Proficiency with CRM and business analytics tools is an advantage.
Fluency in English is required; additional Asian languages are an advantage.

Location: Singapore preferred, with consideration for other Hub Asia locations such as Malaysia for exceptional candidates.

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we believe in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. We offer opportunities for growth and development, ensuring our team members can thrive and achieve their career goals.

Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and teamwork.

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.

Employer-sponsored medical plan (inc. dental care and optical).
Central Provident Fund (CPF).
Group Term Life insurance, Group Personal Accident insurance, Group Business Travel insurance.
Hospitalization Insurance.
Leave programs (Annual leave, medical leave, Hospitalization leave, Exam leave etc.).
Benefits are subject to the respective plan rules.

We can provide more information during the recruitment process.

Publication date : 2026-07-23

Regional Business Development Manager for BESS & Edge