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INTRODUCTION

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $161,000 - $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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Position Summary

The Business Development Leader – Control System Modernizations is responsible for accelerating the replacement of competitors’ legacy control systems (DCS, SIS, PLC, Drives) with Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure automation offering (including Foxboro DCS, Triconex, Modicon, Altivar Drives) in industrial facilities. This role is highly customer-focused, driving opportunity identification, qualification, and closure for modernization projects.

TRAVEL: Must be sufficiently mobile and flexible; ability to travel up to 50%.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Market Development & Opportunity Identification:

• Identify and target brownfield modernization opportunities in key industries (e.g., power generation, oil & gas, chemicals, pulp & paper manufacturing).
• Identify, target, and prioritize brownfield plants operating competitor legacy control systems (Emerson, Honeywell, Yokogawa, ABB, Siemens, Rockwell).
• Develop and execute account strategies to position Schneider Electric - EcoStruxure as the preferred modernization solution and displace the competition.
• Build and nurture relationships with customers’ decision-makers and influencers.
• Lead discovery sessions to understand pain points, drivers, and business objectives.
• Prospect for new users/sites, focusing on high potential for Schneider Electric adoption.

Solution Positioning & Sales Execution:

• Articulate the unique value proposition of Schneider Electric - EcoStruxure for brownfield modernization, including technical, operational, and business benefits.
• Lead customer engagements, presentations, and workshops to demonstrate Schneider Electric’s capabilities and migration strategies.
• Collaborate with Offer Management and R&D to tailor solutions, address technical challenges, and incorporate customer feedback into product development.
• Drive the sales cycle from opportunity identification through proposal, bid, and closure, ensuring alignment with customer requirements.

Competitive Intelligence & Strategy:

• Maintain expert-level knowledge of competitor legacy systems and migration challenges.
• Provide actionable feedback to Offer Management and R&D on competitive trends, customer needs, and solution gaps.
• Work closely with strategy and product management teams to influence roadmap and innovation priorities based on market intelligence.

Collaboration & Leadership:

• Work cross-functionally with sales, engineering, and service teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Mentor and support regional sales teams in developing modernization strategies.
• Interface with regional sales and business leads to implement and develop account-specific strategies.
• Engage with EPC or end-user leaders and executives to develop relationships, understand their business, and formulate business solutions to create value.

Reporting & Performance Management:

• Track pipeline, forecast sales, and report on key metrics to management.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and long-term relationship development.
• Support development of the business case for strategic initiatives and drive implementation of selected strategies.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).

Experience

• 10+ years in industrial automation, business development, or technical sales.
• 5+ years’ experience in engineering, project management, or operations within Heavy Industries segments.
• Direct experience with competitor automation systems (Emerson, Honeywell, Yokogawa, ABB, Siemens, Rockwell).
• Familiarity with Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure and related automation solutions.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Deep understanding of Control System architectures, migration methodologies, and modernization best practices.
• Ability to compare and contrast Schneider Electric with competitor solutions.
• Experience with brownfield modernization project scoping, execution, and risk management.
• Proven ability to collaborate with Offer Management and R&D to drive solution innovation.

SOFT SKILLS

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to develop rapport and credibility across the organization and with clients, including C-level executives.
• Analytical thinking, strong project management, and sound judgment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Exposure to Strategy & Business Development in the North American market space.
• Ability to convert strategies into implemented business solutions driving sales and revenue.
• Ability to develop sustainable opportunity pipeline based on business plans.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience leading brownfield modernization projects.
• Schneider Electric certifications or training in Foxboro DCS.
• Knowledge of key verticals (power generation, oil & gas, chemicals, pulp & paper, manufacturing).
• Experience in owner/operator environment in process automation, process engineering, operations, and maintenance.

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