Security & Building Automation Sales Executive — Chicago

Schneider Electric; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking an Account Executive to drive sales in the Chicago area, leveraging expertise in building automation and electronic security. You will engage with existing and prospective clients to assess needs and present tailored technology solutions, coordinating with technical teams to ensure alignment with customer requirements.

Key duties include identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and building strategic partnerships with contractors and vendors to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of related industry experience.
• Strong background in Electronic Security (Card Access, Video Surveillance, Intrusion).
• Ability to read drawings and specifications, understand smart building solutions and basic contract language.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities and manage long-term client relationships.
• Identify, qualify and pursue sales opportunities for electronic security and/or building automation.
• Develop and implement sales strategies for individual opportunities.
• Prepare quotations and proposals for clients.
• Build partnerships with subcontractors and vendors to deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Participate in yearly sales planning and generate sales presentations.
• Analyze feasibility studies and bid/contract documents; support other team members as needed.

Skills

Electronic security knowledge

Sales experience

Relationship building

Construction market understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Schneider Electric is seeking an Account Executive to drive sales in the Chicago area, leveraging expertise in building automation and electronic security. You will engage with existing and prospective clients to assess needs and present tailored technology solutions, coordinating with technical teams to ensure alignment with customer requirements.

Key duties include identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and building strategic partnerships with contractors and vendors to deliver