Sales Manager_Service at Schneider Electric USA, Inc in Homewood, Illinois

Job Description:

Schneider Electric has an opportunity for a Sales Manager in the Chicago Area.

This position will lead the BAS and Security sales teams and is responsible for sales forecasting, managing the sales team efforts, and business development for the service sales department. This position is also responsible for ensuring that the department goals for booking gross margin and volume are achieved.

Schneider Electric creates connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives.Our 13 5 ,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 .

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Great people make Schneider Electric a great company.

What do you get to do in this position?

• Assist sales personnel in identifying and qualifying prospects and opportunities throughout the sales life cycle
• Manage and forecast sales team pipeline
• Develop and foster end user client relationships
• Interview, hire, train, evaluate, and when necessary, terminate sales personnel
• Contribute to department or division strategic planning
• Prepare performance evaluations and set sales personnel goals
• Assist in the development of departmental budgets
• Provide development, coaching and mentoring to Service Sales Team
• Work with Systems and Service Operations managers to achieve flawless execution and support of projects
• Review cost estimates and approve margins
• Set strategic goals for the sales team and branch growth
• Manage customer satisfaction
• Identify and participate in industry networking and outreach events

We know skills and competencies show up in many different ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do no t necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position .

This job might be for you if:

• Bachelor's degree with a business or technical discipline or equivalent work experience
• Ten (10) years experience in the building automation and security space
• Three (3) years supervisory experience
• Experience selling direct to owner with general contractor and consultant relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent mathematical and financial skills
• Strong understanding and interest in modern technologies (BAS/Security/IT)
• Capable of reading architectural and MEP/FP blueprints
• Proficient in Salesforce or other CRM software
• Positive and collaborative attitude

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave,401(k) match, and more. Click here to find out more about working with us: http://se.com/us/careers .

We seek out and reward people for putting the customer first, being disruptive to the status quo, embracing different perspectives, continuously learning, and acting like owners. We're recognized around the world for welcoming people as they are. We create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen as a real value for the company. See what our people have to say about working for Schneider Electric.

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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

It is the policy of Schneider Electric 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.

Concerning agencies: Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for fees related to such.

Schneider Electric is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.