Grid Automation Key Account Sales Manager- West Region

Posted 5 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in USA
Remote
128K-214K Annually
Senior level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
Lead account strategy and commercial growth for Grid Automation product lines (Protection & Control, Asset Monitoring, Critical Infrastructure Communications). Manage strategic customer relationships, forecasting, opportunity identification, account planning, cross-functional teams, new product introductions, and sales performance. Travel ~50% and drive profitability and integrated account execution across assigned utility and industrial customers.
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Job Description SummaryThe Grid Automation - Key Account Sales Manager is responsible for leading all Grid Automation sales activities related to Protection and Control, Asset Monitoring, and Critical Infrastructure Communications product lines. In this role, you will manage the overall account relationships / strategy and deliver upon growth and other business objectives for all assigned energy utility and industrial customers. This senior-level role represents a unique opportunity to shape the intersection of digital infrastructure and energy transformation, managing multi-million-dollar strategic partnerships that will define the future of the electrical power system infrastructure.

Job Description

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Account leadership role responsible for leading the Grid Automation account strategy in all aspects of growth and profitability including customer growth and spending analysis, integrated account planning, opportunity identification, cash & receivables, and value communication.
  • Develop and execute commercial strategy for sales of Grid Automation including PAC, M&D, and CIC and pulling through the GE Grid Solutions Portfolio
  • Lead, develop, and execute the commercial and technical support team to develop and execute account growth strategies and Account Planning.
  • Own the accurate forecasting of orders, convertible orders, margins, and sales for assign Regional/Segment customer(s).  
  • Develop and own strategic customer relationships with key decision makers in support of sales team account strategies.
  • Drive identification, prospecting and creation of new sales opportunities.
  • Drive growth initiatives and new product introductions within assigned accounts.
  • Provide feedback regarding market trends, pricing and competition to product line marketing
  • Help sales team grow installed base and develop new customer contacts, document installed base and gaps.
  • Manage travel and living expense budget
  • Develop synergy opportunities with other GE businesses.
  • Conduct Operating Plan and Account reviews with region leadership.

Required qualifications:

  • BS Engineering or BA degree required. MBA preferred.
  • Minimum of 8 years of direct sales, account or team leadership experience
  • At least 5 years of experience in electrical / utility industry.
  • Must have deep knowledge of electric utilities and vertically integrated O&G producers.
  • Ability to travel approximately 50%
  • Professional and technical competency with automation and power equipment products / services (Transmission / Distribution or Power Generation)
  • Manage executive-level customer relationships, aligning solutions to strategic objectives
  • Communicate and influence effectively across executive, engineering, and operations teams
  • Understand economic drivers shaping energy market procurement decisions
  • Build strong relationships and collaborate to develop high-performing teams
  • Proactive, customer-focused self-starter with a creative, results-driven approach
  • Thrive in growth, transformation, and change management environments
  • Contribute effectively within cross-functional teams to drive accountability and results
  • Negotiate and close deals that deliver consistent revenue growth

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $128,400.00 and $213,900.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: sales incentive.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 10, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Skills Required

  • BS in Engineering or BA degree
  • MBA
  • Minimum of 8 years of direct sales, account or team leadership experience
  • At least 5 years of experience in electrical / utility industry
  • Deep knowledge of electric utilities and vertically integrated O&G producers
  • Ability to travel approximately 50%
  • Professional and technical competency with automation and power equipment products/services (Transmission/Distribution or Power Generation)
  • Experience managing executive-level customer relationships and aligning solutions to strategic objectives
  • Strong communication and influencing skills across executive, engineering, and operations teams
  • Understanding of economic drivers shaping energy market procurement decisions
  • Proven ability to negotiate and close deals delivering consistent revenue growth
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States for this opening

GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GE Vernova and has not been reviewed or approved by GE Vernova.

  • Retirement Support The 401(k) plan includes company matching contributions and additional company retirement contributions, with access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Feedback suggests this structure supports long-term savings beyond a basic match.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is available with flexible, continuous or non-continuous usage, and is complemented by adoption resources and Work/Life Connections guidance. Maternity leave is described as extended relative to typical workplace norms.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off programs include 12 paid holidays, permissive time off for many salaried roles, and dedicated personal, illness, and caregiving time for U.S. new hires. Some hourly roles start with a defined PTO bank, while other roles may offer unlimited time off.

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The Company
HQ: Cambridge, MA
75,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2024

What We Do

GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built company on a mission to electrify the planet while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.

Why Work With Us

Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You’ll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.

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