Software Sales Executive

Schneider Electric is seeking a dynamic, experienced AVEVA Software Sales Executive to drive growth of Schneider Electric/ AVEVA software portfolio for end to end of design, engineering, operations, predictive analytics, optimization and integration to corporate IT systems for industrial information management: IOT, IIOT, Industry 4.0, Digital Twin, MES and Batch.

The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying opportunities, building and maintaining relationships, and providing the Schneider Electric /AVEVA software solution, to solve customers’ business challenges.

The AVEVA Software Sales Executive will work with the Schnieder Electric Distributors and the SE Industrial Automation teams, AVEVA and AVEVA Channels/Partners focused on expanding SE/AVEVA footprint and independently develop new customer relationships. The candidate will need to utilize excellent customer, market and industry experience coupled with application, product, solution knowledge to act as a consultant and trusted advisor for customers’ present and future needs.

The candidate needs to have a strong command of the CPG, Water and Wastewater segments and Energies and Chemicals. Demonstrated experience and success within a team-selling environment is a must. Candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to build relationships with all channels to market, align solutions and business strategies, and create the demand to close orders. 

Travel: Willing to travel 50% of the time. The territory will be GA, FL, NC, AL, MS to TN

What will you do?

• New Software business development via prospecting, qualifying, selling, and closing.
• Tracking customer information, forecasts, and reports.
• Meeting or Exceeding sales growth targets.
• Defining and executing account plans which outline strategic and tactical approaches for achieving targets.
• Planning and organizing all related sales activities starting from prospecting through to closing business in line with the established Sales Processes.
• Analyzing ongoing performance against plan to develop monthly reporting including long term account strategies with both current and proposed activities, customer visits, sales status and forecast.
• Maintaining and developing the customer pipeline in accordance with the pipeline recognition rules and maintaining activity within Schneider Electric’s CRM solution.
• Attending technical symposiums and exhibits to maintain knowledge on available and competitive technology.
• Creating and maintaining meaningful and trusted relationships with the decision makers at clients. Leveraging these relationships during pursuit is expected.
• Understanding strategic priorities of clients and respond with agility, speed, efficiency and effectiveness. Cultivating client, channel and other external relationships to drive large deals and ecosystem development.
• Applying Strong knowledge of EcoSruxure Plant /Machine, Smart Factory Solutions, Industry 4.0, Control & Visualization Software, SCADA, edge-to-enterprise analytics, AI, machine learning, industrial internet of things (IIoT), AR/VR, Digital Twin, Unified Operations Center, APM, APC, OTS Software and Services along with MES and Batch.

• Applying knowledge of Schneider Electric/AVEVA’s pricing strategies, competition, and sales and marketing objectives to drive success.

This position reports to the Director, Software Sales, US Industrial Automation Business.

What qualifications will make you successful in this role?

• 6 + years of experience in business development, sales or account management role selling software/ digital/ technology solutions like Schneider Electric/AVEVA software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent. Higher level degree (Masters, MBA, PhD) is a plus.
• Strong background selling SaaS /Cloud Computing with outstanding quota attainment history and track record.
• A strong understanding of and passion for Cloud, Industrial IoT/edge, Big Data, Digital Twin, AI, AR/VR, Predictive /Prescriptive Analytics, Unified Operations Centers, PI Historian and emerging enterprise technologies.
• Ability to work with CXOs in client organizations (large enterprises as well as startups).
• Demonstrated mind set of both "Perform and Transform".
• Must be passionate about the customer’s business and must be able to investigate and uncover their most important problems to solve, matching Schneider Electric /AVEVA’s solutions to them where appropriate.
• A Self-starter, able to work to develop new /existing client engagements though the entire sales cycle.
• Effective communication skills in all forms – written, oral, email, presentation.
• Highly motivated, ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in a heavily matrixed environment with proven ability to influence and convince at a senior management level.
• Experience selling software solutions virtually.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and execute sales strategies using digital/social media platforms.

Ready to bring your consultative sales expertise to a team that values innovation and impact? Apply today!

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For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 133,600 - USD 200,400 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.

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