Schneider Electric

Strategic Account Executive, Design Firms

Schneider Electric$188K — $282K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in account management focusing on strategic relationships in design firms.
  • Advanced consultative selling abilities to guide complex technical decision-making.
  • Strong customer relationship management skills to establish trust with stakeholders.
  • Expertise in negotiation to effectively close complex deals.
  • Deep product knowledge to recommend tailored solutions based on technical requirements.
  • Advanced skills in requirements analysis translating needs into actionable recommendations.
  • Proficient in sales prospecting to identify new opportunities and account growth.

Responsibilities

  • Build and manage strategic relationships with Design Firms during project design phases.
  • Deliver tailored consultative guidance using technical knowledge.
  • Proactively grow and saturate assigned accounts through technical expertise.
  • Partner with channel teams for customer success support.
  • Drive account growth through strategic engagement and technical insight.

Benefits

  • High-impact role shaping major projects and customer outcomes.
  • Autonomy in managing territory with strategic decision-making.
  • Collaborative culture promoting innovation and continuous development.
  • Flexibility and support for personal and professional thriving.
Full Job Description
Join us as a Senior Principal focused on Design Firms, where you'll combine technical expertise with strategic sales to influence complex projects. This role offers the opportunity to own key relationships, provide consultative guidance, and drive account growth in a dynamic environment.

What will you do?
  • Build and manage strategic relationships with Design Firms during functional and detailed design phases of complex projects
  • Deliver consultative guidance by leveraging technical knowledge and documented solutions tailored to project specifications
  • Grow and saturate assigned accounts through proactive engagement and technical expertise in the design process
  • Partner with channel teams to equip them with the knowledge and support needed for customer success

What are the key skills we are looking for?
  • Account Management - advanced level; growing and managing strategic Design Firm accounts to maximize revenue
  • Consultative Selling - advanced level; guiding customers through complex technical decisions with value-based solutions
  • Customer Relationship Management - advanced level; building trusted partnerships that influence project specifications
  • Negotiation - advanced level; closing complex deals while balancing customer needs and business objectives
  • Product Knowledge - advanced level; applying deep technical expertise to recommend optimal solutions
  • Requirements Analysis - advanced level; translating project needs into actionable technical recommendations
  • Sales Prospecting - advanced level; identifying and pursuing new opportunities within assigned territory
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation - advanced level; leveraging insights to inform account strategy and prioritization

What qualifications will make you successful?
  • Strategic thinking with the ability to navigate ambiguity and solve complex problems independently
  • Strong influencing skills that build credibility and trust with technical and business stakeholders
  • Adaptability to manage shifting priorities and respond quickly to customer needs
  • Collaborative mindset with a passion for coaching partners and driving shared success

What's in it for me?
  • High-impact role where your expertise directly shapes major projects and customer outcomes
  • Autonomy to manage your territory with professional judgment and strategic decision-making
  • Collaborative culture that values innovation, learning, and continuous development
  • Flexibility and support to help you thrive both professionally and personally

Bring your technical sales expertise to a team that's ready to welcome you - apply today!

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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