Area Drives Manager

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $112,000-$168,000 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. 

We are seeking a passionate and driven Area Drives Manager to lead the promotion and sales support for our Drive Solutions Business within an assigned coverage area. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the industrial automation sector while working closely with a diverse range of professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Consultative Selling: Develop and implement a consultative solution selling approach, collaborating with primary sales resources in your designated geography.
• Collaboration: Work closely with consulting engineers, system designers, and technicians to craft tailored solutions that meet customer needs.
• Market Targeting: Focus on specific market segments that align with our Go-To-Market strategy and overall company objectives.
• Channel Partner Support: Develop and support Industrial Automation-focused channel partners and sales teams to drive growth.
• Technical Solutions: Oversee application and product solutions support, ensuring customers and sales professionals receive top-notch assistance.
• Demonstrations: Conduct engaging product and solutions demonstrations for customers, channel partners, and internal sales teams.
• Industry Expertise: Stay updated on the latest industry developments and unique value propositions of our Drive Solutions.
• Digital Tools Utilization: Leverage digital tools for business development reporting and activity tracking.
• Pre-Sales Support: Provide commercial pre-sales support, including advanced application assistance, product training, and business development activities in collaboration with sales resources.

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of technical sales experience in the industrial automation space, with a strong grasp of field concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Motor Control Expertise: At least 5 years of experience with Motor Control, VFDs, and Soft Starters.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Electrical, Mechanical) or equivalent experience.
• Communication Skills: Independent self-starter with excellent communication skills, passionate about teamwork and achieving successful results.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Presentation Skills: Professional-level presentation skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to both small and large audiences.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Salesforce.com, MS Office 365, Tableau, and MS Teams/Skype/WebEx.
• Language: Fluent in English with a strong command of vocabulary.

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Salary : $112,000 - $168,000