Grid Automation Key Account Sales Manager- West Region

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

#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 06, 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.