06 Aug
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Schneider Electric
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Hyderabad
06 Aug
Schneider Electric
Hyderabad
: Sales Manager – Electric Utilities (Power & Grid) Location & Territory Base Location: Hyderabad / Vijayawada (preferred)
Territory Coverage: Andhra Pradesh & Telangana
Travel: Regular travel to utility headquarters, project sites, and stakeholder locations Qualification Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Power / Electronics Engineering
MBA (Sales / Marketing) – preferred Experience 8–10 years of progressive experience in sales / key account management
Mandatory experience selling to Electric Utilities – DISCOMs, TRANSCOs, GENCOs, SLDCs
Proven exposure to Power &
• Grid / T&D; / Substation / Grid Modernization solutions Designation Sales Manager – Electric Utilities (Power &
• Grid Segment) Mission / Purpose of the Role To drive profitable order intake, market share growth, and long-term account penetration for Schneider Electric’s Power &
• Grid portfolio by managing end-user electric utility accounts in Andhra Pradesh &
• Telangana, leveraging solution selling, digital grid offerings, and strategic stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities Utility Account Ownership & Business Development
Own and manage key end-user electric utility accounts across AP & Telangana
Develop and execute structured account plans for DISCOMs, TRANSCOs, GENCOs, SLDCs
Identify and track utility CAPEX programs, grid modernization initiatives, and technology upgrade opportunities
Build strong relationships with technical, commercial, planning, and decision-making stakeholders within utilities
Sales Execution & Opportunity Management
Promote, specify, and sell Schneider Electric Power & Grid solutions, including:
Substation Automation & Protection
Power Systems & Energy Management
Digital Grid solutions (SCADA / DMS / ADMS / DERMS – where applicable)
Drive chance qualification, bid participation, techno-commercial alignment, and order closure
Coordinate closely with tendering, application engineering, project, and BU teams
Negotiate commercial terms in line with company policies and governance
Consultants, Standards & Influencer Engagement
Engage with utility consultants, standard committees, engineering consultants, and key influencers
Drive specification positioning and technology adoption for Schneider Electric solutions
Develop working knowledge of utility standards, grid codes, and procurement norms applicable to AP & Telangana utilities
Market Intelligence & Competitive Strategy
Track state and central utility investment plans, regulatory developments, and policy changes
Monitor competitor activities, project awards,
and loss/win analysis
Provide structured market feedback to influence offer evolution, pricing strategy, and go-to-market plans
Ecosystem & Stakeholder Management
Work closely with EPCs, system integrators, OEM partners, and consultants involved in utility projects
Act as the customer advocate within Schneider Electric
Ensure seamless coordination between internal stakeholders to deliver a strong customer experience
Reporting & Governance
Maintain opportunity pipeline, account plans, and forecasts in CRM / BFO tools
Ensure accuracy of sales funnel, hit ratio, and order intake forecasts
Participate in internal reviews and governance processes as required Job Environment High engagement with state utilities and government-driven organizations
Role requires field orientation, structured planning, and strong ownership mindset
Focus on complex solution selling, not transactional product sales Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Order Intake & Revenue Growth – Power & Grid segment
Market Share within Utility Accounts
Opportunity Conversion / Hit Ratio
Depth of Account Penetration & Stakeholder Coverage Knowledge & Competencies Solid understanding of:
Transmission & Distribution systems
Utility substations and grid modernization
Digital Energy and Digital Grid concepts
Familiarity with
Utility tendering processes and procurement frameworks
State utility organizational structures and decision cycles
Ability to understand utility business drivers, regulatory context, and long-term planning horizons Skills Strategic account management
Solution & consultative selling
Solid communication and negotiation skills
Stakeholder management across technical, commercial, and regulatory teams
High ownership, resilience, and execution discipline Qualification Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Power / Electronics Engineering
MBA (Sales / Marketing) – preferred Experience 8–10 years of progressive experience in sales / key account management
Mandatory experience selling to Electric Utilities – DISCOMs, TRANSCOs, GENCOs, SLDCs
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📌 Senior Sales Manager - End User Power & Grid (Hyderabad)
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