Growth & Strategy Leader – Data Center Segment at GE Vernova · Berlin

Growth & Strategy Leader – Data Center Segment Location: Milan Job Description Summary The Growth & Strategy Leader is responsible for driving profitable growth of the rapidly expanding Data Center segment within the Electrification Systems (ESY) organization at GE Vernova. This role plays a pivotal enterprise-wide position, working closely with key customers, partners, Business Units (BUs), and Business Lines (BLs) to shape and execute segment strategy. Acting as a strategic connector, the role ensures that GE Vernova delivers integrated, value-driven solutions to Data Center customers while presenting a unified “one-face-to-the-customer” approach. The position combines strategic market development, customer engagement, partnership creation, and commercial leadership, with a strong focus on building long-term growth opportunities across the Data Center ecosystem. Job Description Key Responsibilities: Segment Strategy & Market Development Drive integrated Data Center segment planning by co-developing and implementing growth strategies aligned with ESY and enterprise objectives. Identify and develop new customers (developers, EPCs, consultants, suppliers) to a maturity level that enables ownership by Business Lines. Identify adjacent market opportunities and support entry strategies to expand GE Vernova’s served available market. Track and analyse industry, market, and competitive trends to identify pockets of profit and emerging opportunities, including inorganic growth options. Customer & Ecosystem Engagement Establish and manage strong relationships with senior decision-makers at hyperscalers, colocation providers, EPCs, and key partners. Actively engage with the broader Data Center ecosystem to understand customer business models and translate needs into value-added solutions. Drive and participate in customer programs, networking events, and industry forums to generate demand and strengthen GE Vernova’s market presence. Serve as a trusted partner to customers, aligning GE Vernova capabilities with their strategic priorities. Partnerships & Collaboration Leverage ESY and Business Line capabilities to form and manage strategic partnerships and alliances, including co-creation initiatives. Coordinate and support multi-BL go-to-market initiatives, ensuring consistency, clarity, and optimized customer engagement. Work inclusively with Sales, Marketing, and other GE Vernova businesses to originate and convert a strong, high-quality opportunity pipeline. Participate in co-selling activities across GE Vernova where appropriate. Commercial Leadership & Deal Support Provide commercial leadership on key opportunities, including: Strategy-to-win development Customer positioning and differentiation Value proposition definition Proposal strategy and deal structuring Pricing feedback and optimization Support key projects and initiatives as requested by leadership to advance ESY and enterprise objectives. Qualifications & Experience: Required APPLICANTS MUST have an existing legal Right to Work in the EU and/or the UK at the time of application. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related discipline. Deep understanding of how DC projects are developed, financed, and delivered Proven track record within the Data Center segment, with direct exposure to its ecosystem. Significant business development or growth leadership experience, ideally within data centres or technology infrastructure. Robust understanding of Data Center operations, including power, cooling, and services. Demonstrated success in developing new customers and driving sustained growth. Ability to build and maintain relationships at executive and C-suite levels. Confident collaboration skills, capable of working effectively across matrixed, global organizations. Strategic, proactive, and self-directed mindset with the ability to translate strategy into execution. Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills. Willingness to travel extensively (up to 50%) – you will have a good mix of working on site and of travel. Fluency in English; additional key-market languages (Italian, French, German, Spanish, etc.) are a strong advantage. Preferred Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or Engineering. GE Vernova leadership program experience Experience operating in global, multi-business environments. Background working across both commercial and technical stakeholders. Why Join GE Vernova GE Vernova is accelerating the global energy transition by electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. Within Electrification Systems, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of digital infrastructure and data center growth, working at the intersection of strategy, technology, and customer engagement. You’ll join a collaborative, international environment where your ideas and leadership will directly influence some of the most critical and complex energy and infrastructure projects worldwide. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No #LI-Remote - This is a remote position Additional Locations: Berlin, Remote, Madrid, Paris