Sales Manager Critical Infrastructure Communications (CIC)
At a glance
Manager-level Communications role at Gevernova. Stafford · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate £42,123–£64,294 across the United Kingdom.
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What you'll do
- Set the CIC sales plan for the UK, Ireland and Nordics, managing regional budgets against order intake goals
- Advise customer stakeholders by turning technical challenges into commercial solutions
- Take deals from prospecting and win-price modelling through negotiation and contract close
- Coordinate with applications and operations colleagues in Stafford to support customer delivery
- Keep commercial activity aligned with the company’s code of conduct
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
- Sales, tendering or business development experience in telecommunications
- A record of negotiating complex B2B or technical deals, with strong influence and collaboration skills
Who this fits
This manager role suits someone with telecommunications sales experience who can handle complex commercial negotiations across international teams. Critical infrastructure, utility or power-grid experience is preferred but not essential. Regional travel across the UK, Ireland and Nordics is required, and relocation assistance is not provided.
From the employer
Job Description Summary
The North Europe Commercial Team is the engine driving our growth in the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics. We are looking for an ambitious Critical Infrastructure Communications (CIC) Sales Manager to join our team in Stafford.At GE Vernova, our Grid Automation business is at the heart of the global energy transition. We provide an end-to-end portfolio of innovative products, systems, and services, ranging from Substation Protection and Automation to advanced cyber-security and asset performance management, that keep the world’s power grids resilient and efficient.
In this role, you will be more than just a salesperson; you will be a strategic partner to our customers, translating complex technical challenges into high-value solutions. Reporting to the CIC Europe Sales & operation Leader, you will lead high-stakes commercial negotiations, and champion the GE Vernova values as you scale our regional footprint.
Job Description
Is this role for you?
- Sector Expertise: Do you have professional experience specifically within the Telecommunications sector (e.g., Wireless, Optic, Tele protection)?
- Commercial Depth: Can you demonstrate a track record of leading high-stakes commercial negotiations in a complex B2B/Technical environment?
- Industry Focus: “Ideally” but not essential you will have worked with Critical Infrastructure, Utilities, or Power Grid environments?
What You’ll Do
- Architect the Strategy: Define and execute the sales roadmap for our CIC portfolio across the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics, managing regional budgets to hit aggressive order intake targets.
- Build Strategic Partnerships: Act as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders, translating complex technical hurdles into high-value, winning solutions.
- Drive the Full Cycle: Own the commercial journey—from identifying new opportunities and "win-price" modelling to closing the final contract.
- Collaborate for Impact: Work hand-in-hand with our applications and operations teams in Stafford to ensure seamless delivery that delights our customers.
- Lead with Integrity: Champion GE Vernova’s code of conduct, ensuring that every deal is as ethical as it is successful.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
- Proven experience in sales, tendering, or business development within the telecommunications sector.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across international matrix organizations.
- Ability to travel regionally to support our customer base in the UK, Ireland, and Nordics.
Why GE Vernova?
At GE Vernova, we are driven by a purpose: to electrify the world and simultaneously work to decarbonize it. You will be joining a team of world-class experts in the heart of Stafford, working on technologies that define the global energy landscape. We offer a culture that values technical depth, professional integrity, and the ambition to solve the most complex energy challenges of our time.
Ready to define the future of the grid? Apply today.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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