Location: Baden, Aargau, Switzerland
Location
Baden, Aargau, Switzerland
Job ID
R0145824
Date Posted
2026-10-16
Company Name
HITACHI ENERGY LTD
Profession (Job Category)
Sales, Marketing & Product Management
Job Schedule
Full time
Remote
No
Job Description
The opportunity
Would you like to contribute to the energy transition by helping to make the power grid smarter, more environmentally friendly, and more efficient? At Hitachi Energy, our goal is to drive a sustainable energy future for all.
As a Commercial Tendering Specialist, you will have many interesting actions on international tenders, in the field of substation automation, protection and control. You will complete bid submissions together with sales engineers, technical tendering specialists, support functions and you will drive Management approvals.
Join our great international team and participate in our successes.
How you’ll make an impact
Lead commercially large and complex tenders to completion in the field of Substation Automation Systems, Control and Protection, within Hub Europe
Act as a tender lead, a coordinator with different stakeholders to evaluate all commercial aspects, costs and risks of the tender together with the technical tendering team and the support functions such as legal, supply chain, tax, trade compliance, treasury, finance control
Prepare complex commercial tendering documentation and cost calculations including financial consolidations, cash flows, in a timely and efficient manner with high quality standards
Challenge the tender's information, evaluate best project setup, scope of delivery, suitable terms and conditions for the company and support our Sales Managers up to contract negotiations
Work closely with the Technical Bid Managers for all technical matters
Support growth initiative and continuous improvement, conduct lessons learned reviews to drive efficiency and quality
Provide regular feedback and productivity insights to Management
Your background
At least 5 years’ experience in Sales support, Tender Management or Project Management of international/export projects ideally in substation automation, control and protection or in the field of High Voltage substation’s projects, ideally for an international OEM Company
Bachelor or Master degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar
General understanding of the commercial aspects of a tender (Legal, Tax, Credit Risk Management, Export Control, ….)
Understanding of site workers assignments overseas, during international project, with secondment or payroll transfer a plus.
Process-oriented profile with strategic mindset and ability to handle risk management
A proactive and structured approach to your work, with a strong sense of responsibility
Ability to work in multi-cultural and virtual teams, delivering results and interacting with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Extended communication skills in English, additional language like German, French or Spanish a plus
More about us
Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
Accessibility and reasonable accommodation
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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment
As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.
Background Screening and Security Checks
As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.
For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.
The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.
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