Schneider Electric

End User Automation Sales Executive

Schneider Electric$133K — $200K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or Economics; MBA is a plus.
  • 5+ years in complex solution selling, particularly in Water/Wastewater market.
  • Strong technical knowledge of Automation Systems, PLC, SCADA and related technologies.
  • Experience in customer-centric selling and strategic relationship management.
  • Proven record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.

Responsibilities

  • Drive new business development through prospecting and closing sales.
  • Manage customer relationships throughout the entire sales cycle.
  • Ensure smooth project handoffs from sales to delivery teams.
  • Coach partners on relationship management best practices.
  • Provide customer insights to shape product and service offerings.
  • Maintain compliance with sales processes and approvals.
  • Coordinate relationships across geographic units to enhance customer engagement.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Flexible work arrangements to enhance work-life balance.
  • Paid family leaves and military leave benefits.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • 12 paid holidays and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Full Job Description
For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $133,600 - $200,400 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year,15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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The Industrial End User Automation Sales Executive is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of the sales relationship with each End User customer/prospect in their portfolio at every level from the (CxO) executive suite to departmental line managers. You will drive new business through the identification, development, negotiation, and closure of new agreements with prospects and customers, and participates in the subsequent maintenance of customer relationships. Target potential leads, qualifies them, and leads the pursuit team in crafting and positioning the deal.

In this role, the Sales Executive drives indirect End User automation sales through better management of ecosystem (System Integrators, Process OEM, Consulting Engineers, EPCs), and Digital Services and Software as differentiators. You will leverage your industry and financial business knowledge to create demand and persuade through the development and presentation of compelling purchasing rationales. Product, Services and Solution will encompass all Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Plant offerings and range in scale from product sales to complex, multi-service, and multi-year partnerships. Specific new sales/revenue and profit margin targets are established annually by management.

Key responsibilities include:
  • New business development via prospecting, qualifying, selling, and closing.
  • Managing customer relationship through all phases of the sales cycle
  • Ensuring smooth transition of new business from sales to delivery by System Integrators Partners
  • Coaching and mentoring partner's delivery leaders on customer relationship management issues
  • Providing feedback on customer wants and needs to the Schneider Electric strategic portfolio function.
  • Ensuring compliance with Schneider Electric sales processes and new business approval requirements
  • Coordinating the relationship between key customer personnel and Schneider Electric senior executives
  • Leading or coordinating global relationship management initiatives with other geographic units of Schneider Electric focused on the same customer.

Job Essential Functions:
  • End User Automation Sales Executives are responsible for managing the entire sales process from identifying prospects, influencing the specification to negotiating contracts. Other job essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Create and maintain territory sales plan.
  • Drive growth through collaboration with SE Automation distributors.
  • Identify prospects and create entry strategies for each.
  • Identify System Integrator partners with expertise in different segments/applications, who can deliver the solution to End User Customers.
  • Utilize business and financial knowledge to create value propositions.
  • Execute competitive sales tactics to win business.
  • Coordinate deal crafting and positioning.
  • Lead or participate in contract negotiations.
  • Manage demand and qualify opportunities.
  • Undergraduate degree, preferably in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or Economics. An MBA, graduate degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics or Engineering or professional qualifications in Law or Finance are considered a major plus.
  • 5 + years of complex, solution selling sales experience into the Water /Wastewater market segment.
  • Strong technical knowledge: Automation Systems and Solutions, PLC, PAC, Automation Controllers, CONTROLS, Drives, HMI, SCADA, MES, iIoT solutions, Connected Devices
  • Experience in Solution Selling, Outcome Based Selling, Customer-Centric Selling
  • Knowledgeable of Business Solutions and Manufacturing Applications, Smart Factories
  • Ability to establish CXO level relationships.
  • Track record of meeting/exceeding yearly quota
  • Experience in business transformation solutions.
  • Capability to understand MES and Control Architecture Systems, the value they bring to the industry and prospects.

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a multinational corporation that specializes in energy management and automation solutions. The company was founded in 1836 and is headquartered in Rueil-Malmaison, France. Schneider Electric offers a wide range of products and services including electrical distribution, automation and control, and energy management. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in the industrial and commercial sectors. Schneider Electric is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets to reduce its environmental impact. The company has received numerous awards for its sustainability efforts and is recognized as a leader in the industry.
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