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Business Development & Sales Leader, Data Centers

PowerSecure International
Durham, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

Business Development & Sales Leader, Data Centers is a senior-level commercial position that involves identifying, championing, and securing growth opportunities in the data center markets in alignment with the organization's strategic goals. They are responsible for the development of the commercial growth strategy and sales execution in the data center vertical, yielding sustained, profitable growth for PowerSecure in alignment with PowerSecure's Strategic Plan. Individual will also work closely with the marketing, project development, operations, and executive leadership to ensure that PowerSecure exceeds customer expectations and business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications : (Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills) :

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and / or business; preferred : master's degree in engineering and / or business
  • Work experience in US data center markets including direct sales / sales management experience in US data center market; preferred : direct experience with energy management, microgrids, and / or distributed generation as applied to data center applications
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in business development, sales, sales management, and / or product management or a similar role.
  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and creative thinking skills.
  • Experienced ability to lead sales resources while partnering with various internal support groups.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with internal and external audiences on technical and financial topics.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Develop and execute commercial strategies yielding sustained revenue and profitability growth tailored to data center markets in the US.
  • Lead a dedicated sales team to deliver profitable growth in the data center segment. Provide ongoing support and coaching of sales representatives.
  • Drive a performance-based culture including establishment, management, and attainment of sales targets. Conduct ongoing performance monitoring and intervene on gaps to target.
  • Maintain direct account management responsibility, as directed.
  • Maintain relationships with key clients within the vertical market including establishing PowerSecure as a preferred supplier for on-site energy, grid capacity, and resiliency needs.
  • Understand client needs, anticipate opportunities, and address escalated customer issues.
  • Research and analyze industry trends, customer needs, and pain points across data center developers and hyperscalers.
  • Serve as subject-matter expert on industry developments by assessing ongoing news and publications as well as attending relevant events, workshops, and conferences.
  • Collaborate with Market Engagement team to create engaging campaigns and promotional materials.
  • Physical Demands and Work Environment :

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to

  • Standing and Walking : Salespeople frequently need to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Visual and Auditory Skills : Being able to see details up close and at a distance, as well as understanding and speaking clearly, is important
  • Lifting and Carrying : Some sales roles may require lifting and carrying items, which involves physical exertion
  • Reaching and Handling : Reaching overhead or at shoulder level and handling objects are common task
  • Business travel is required.

    This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, as required by applicable laws.

    About Us :

    PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions to electric utilities and their industrial, institutional, and commercial customers.

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    We invest in high-value and cost-effective benefits for our employees. Our benefits package includes :

  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
  • Competitive pay and a matching 401 (k) plan
  • Vacation, Company Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO- personal and sick days)
  • Flexible spending accounts / Health savings account
  • Wellness Incentive Programs
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • PowerSecure is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This position is not open to third party recruiters.

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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