Sales Director - Energy

hitachi· J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
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🌍 Remote📍 Remote - Michigan, United StatesFull time

About this role

Location:

Remote - Michigan, United States

Job ID:

R0141903

Date Posted:

2026-08-25

Company Name:

J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Sales, Marketing & Product Management

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

The Opportunity: 

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a Sales Director – Energy.

Location Type: The position is remote.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

  • Supervises regional sales managers.
  • Determines annual unit and gross-profit plans by implementing marketing strategies, analyzing trends and results.
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve sales targets.
  • Create and communicate sales goals and ensure C-level executives are informed on the progress of those goals.
  • Build and maintain long-lasting, strong relationships with customers while partnering with them to better understand their business objectives and needs.
  • Understand industry-specific trends and landscapes.
  • Effectively communicate value propositions through presentations and proposals.
  • Report on forces that shift strategic directions of accounts and tactical budgets.
  • Establishes sales objectives by forecasting and developing annual sales quotas for regions and territories and projecting expected sales volumes and profit for existing and new products.
  • Implements JR Automation sales programs by developing field sales action plans.
  • Maintains sales volume by tracking changing trends, economic indicators, competitors, and supply and demand.
  • Completes sales operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees and following up on work results.
  • Maintains staff job results by counseling and disciplining employees.
  • Plans, monitors, and appraises job results.
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results.

Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, calculated as two (2) years of relevant work experience for each year of academic study.
  • MBA preferred.
  • Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred.

Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Company Overview: 

At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

Fueled by Possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to jrcareers@jrautomation.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Sales Director - Energy position at hitachi?
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Is the Sales Director - Energy job at hitachi remote?
Yes, this Sales Director - Energy position at hitachi is remote, with team members based in Remote - Michigan, United States. You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Sales Director - Energy role at hitachi full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Sales Director - Energy role in the J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC department at hitachi.
Which team or department does the Sales Director - Energy at hitachi belong to?
This Sales Director - Energy position is part of the J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC department at hitachi. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Sales Director - Energy position at hitachi?
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When was the Sales Director - Energy job at hitachi posted?
This Sales Director - Energy position at hitachi was posted on Aug 25, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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