Schneider Electric
Process Automation Regional Sales Director
Schneider Electric, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
What will you do?
This role is accountable for leading the north sales region and formulating sales strategy for the assigned territories and/or products/solutions. Develops strategies and schedules to meet the goals and objectives. Provides coaching and development activities for sales team necessary to ensure execution of plans. Responsible for proving ongoing support to high value clients. Implements business strategies to achieve profitable business relationships and identify new revenue opportunities with major accounts.
Develop sales forecast, budget and manpower plans. Defines markets, market potentials and appropriate sales strategies for the area.Partners with customers/distributors to plan strategies, provide quality services, train customer's personnel and provide support necessary for attainment of customer's goals and objectives. Anticipates obstacles and identifies alternative strategies.Formulates, communicates, implements and evaluates strategic and tactical sales plans. Monitors outside (or inside) sales performance. Provides coaching and development activities necessary to ensure successful execution of plans.Maintains Active relationships with SE customers. Negotiates discrepancies between customer's expectations and SE's.Assists staff in dealing with specific target audiences such as distributors, contractors, industrials and utilities.Coordinates sales activities in area with other areas and national account management to penetrate national accounts.Negotiate and construct appropriate terms of sales.Constantly improve relationships with strategic partners include customers and distributorsDrive the development of the teamWhat skills and capabilities will make you successful?
Experience working with distributors would be highly desirableStrategic self-starter with ability to identify gaps, opportunities and resources to accomplish the desired business objectivesProven team leadership skillsMust be skilled at selling compelling, integrated programs to clients. Should be customer centric, solutions focused, articulate and comfortable building relationships at senior levels.Excellent communication skillsEffectively in working with diverse groups i.e. management, engineering, purchasing and indirect sales both internally and with customer representativesTechnical experience in the automation industry is an assetTravel : This role requires 50% travel within the assigned north region territory of Chicago, IL, Detroit, MI, Boston, MA or New York. It is preferred for the Candidate to live in the region and reside near a major airport.
What's in it for you?
Schneider Electric™ creates connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives. Our 160,000 employees thrive in more than 100 countries. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Help us deliver solutions that ensure Life Is On everywhere, for everyone and at every moment
Who will you report to?
Charles Centner - VP Sales, NAM Process Automation
What qualifications will make you successful for this role?
10+ years in sales and sales management functions4+ years of second level management experience (or equivalent)Bachelor's degree is mandatoryExperience in the automation of the high-tech industry is essentialExperience in determining and managing sales quotas of $50m+ is mandatory
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.
Why us?
At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a
meaningful
purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.
We believe in
e
mpowering
our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.
We embrace
inclusion
as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.
If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.
Discover your
M
eaningful, Inclusive
and
Empowered
career at Schneider Electric.
€34.2bn global revenue+12% organic growth135 000+ employees in 100+ countries#1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best.
We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we 'embrace different' as one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.
You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy here
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
This role is accountable for leading the north sales region and formulating sales strategy for the assigned territories and/or products/solutions. Develops strategies and schedules to meet the goals and objectives. Provides coaching and development activities for sales team necessary to ensure execution of plans. Responsible for proving ongoing support to high value clients. Implements business strategies to achieve profitable business relationships and identify new revenue opportunities with major accounts.
Develop sales forecast, budget and manpower plans. Defines markets, market potentials and appropriate sales strategies for the area.Partners with customers/distributors to plan strategies, provide quality services, train customer's personnel and provide support necessary for attainment of customer's goals and objectives. Anticipates obstacles and identifies alternative strategies.Formulates, communicates, implements and evaluates strategic and tactical sales plans. Monitors outside (or inside) sales performance. Provides coaching and development activities necessary to ensure successful execution of plans.Maintains Active relationships with SE customers. Negotiates discrepancies between customer's expectations and SE's.Assists staff in dealing with specific target audiences such as distributors, contractors, industrials and utilities.Coordinates sales activities in area with other areas and national account management to penetrate national accounts.Negotiate and construct appropriate terms of sales.Constantly improve relationships with strategic partners include customers and distributorsDrive the development of the teamWhat skills and capabilities will make you successful?
Experience working with distributors would be highly desirableStrategic self-starter with ability to identify gaps, opportunities and resources to accomplish the desired business objectivesProven team leadership skillsMust be skilled at selling compelling, integrated programs to clients. Should be customer centric, solutions focused, articulate and comfortable building relationships at senior levels.Excellent communication skillsEffectively in working with diverse groups i.e. management, engineering, purchasing and indirect sales both internally and with customer representativesTechnical experience in the automation industry is an assetTravel : This role requires 50% travel within the assigned north region territory of Chicago, IL, Detroit, MI, Boston, MA or New York. It is preferred for the Candidate to live in the region and reside near a major airport.
What's in it for you?
Schneider Electric™ creates connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives. Our 160,000 employees thrive in more than 100 countries. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Help us deliver solutions that ensure Life Is On everywhere, for everyone and at every moment
Who will you report to?
Charles Centner - VP Sales, NAM Process Automation
What qualifications will make you successful for this role?
10+ years in sales and sales management functions4+ years of second level management experience (or equivalent)Bachelor's degree is mandatoryExperience in the automation of the high-tech industry is essentialExperience in determining and managing sales quotas of $50m+ is mandatory
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.
Why us?
At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a
meaningful
purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.
We believe in
e
mpowering
our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.
We embrace
inclusion
as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.
If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.
Discover your
M
eaningful, Inclusive
and
Empowered
career at Schneider Electric.
€34.2bn global revenue+12% organic growth135 000+ employees in 100+ countries#1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best.
We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we 'embrace different' as one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.
You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy here
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.