The Strategic Account Program Manager (SAPM) enables successful execution of the Strategic Account Executive's account strategy by translating it into a unified, governed global program.
This role ensures:
- Strategic clarity
- Executive visibility
- Cross-functional alignment
- Consistent program governance
The SAPM does not own operational execution, but instead ensures the right work is prioritized, visible, governed, and progressing through accountable teams.
Key Accountabilities:Strategic Program Leadership- Translate SAE strategy into a clear Account Strategic Program Plan
- Align GBUs, regions, and functions to strategic priorities and milestones
- Maintain a forward-looking, systems-oriented view of account evolution
Governance & Visibility- Establish governance routines (cadence, agendas, scorecards)
- Ensure executive-ready dashboards, trackers, and insights
- Prepare and coordinate EBRs/QBRs with strong narrative and metrics
Digital & Playbook Ownership- Own and evolve the global digital account playbook
- Define governance models, workflows, and best practices
- Ensure operational teams (tendering, services, supply chain, quality) maintain ownership of execution inputs
Customer Impact & Risk Oversight- Maintain visibility of customer risks, issues, and escalations
- Ensure accountable teams drive resolution
- Integrate lessons learned into strategy, playbooks, and reviews
Account Enablement- Lead onboarding for new account team members
- Support executive onboarding in new countries or regions
- Reinforce strategy, governance, and ways of working
Success Measures (KPIs)- Adoption and effectiveness of Account Strategic Program Plan
- Governance clarity and action closure across stakeholders
- Quality and impact of EBRs/QBRs and executive communications
- Delivery of 2 strategic, cross-functional initiatives annually
- Improvement in customer experience through proactive risk governance
Experience & Skills Required- 8+ years in strategic program, portfolio, or transformation roles
- Demonstrated success influencing without direct authority
- Comfortable presenting to executives internally and externally
- Strong strategic, analytical, and storytelling skills
- Digital fluency (Smartsheet, dashboards, analytics, M365)
- Knowledge of data centers and associated systems preferred
- Global mindset and comfort working across regions and cultures
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 142,400 - USD 213,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
