Sales Manager, Protection and Control

About the role

GE Vernova's Grid Automation business provides products, systems and services for substation protection and automation, cyber security and asset performance management. It is looking for a Sales Manager, Protection and Control to join its Grid Automation team in Finland. The role defines and executes the commercial strategy for the grid automation portfolio across Finland, acting as a strategic partner to customers and leading high-stakes commercial negotiations.

Key responsibilities

• Drive commercial growth by identifying and qualifying new business opportunities in the Protection & Control market
• Lead the full sales cycle, from deal structuring and pricing strategy to contract negotiation and closure
• Collaborate with channel partners to maximise regional coverage and commercial impact
• Create and implement regional sales strategies aligned with budgets and order intake targets
• Act as a trusted advisor to key decision-makers on digital substations, cyber security and asset performance
• Provide rigorous reporting and actionable plans to navigate market shifts and project complexity

Required profile

• Results-driven professional with experience in sales, tendering or business development in the Protection & Control sector
• Ability to lead high-level presentations and build influence with diverse stakeholders
• Professional judgment in proposal development and understanding of market trends, competitors and customer budgets
• Formal education in Electrical Engineering is nice to have; total experience and achievements matter more
• Full proficiency in English and Finnish

What we offer

• Permanent position with a hybrid working model, combining office and home work
• Career development, mentorship and opportunities to move across teams and functions
• Fair pay, performance-based rewards and wellbeing programmes