Infrastructure Segment Lead

Schneider Electric; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy management company is seeking a Key Account Manager for Eskom. This role involves developing strategic account plans, ensuring customer satisfaction, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver solutions. Candidates should have a background in electrical engineering, with over 12 years of experience in the infrastructure or energy sectors, and excel in relationship building and strategic thinking.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in infrastructure, utilities, or energy sector.
• Experience in key account management or segment leadership roles.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary interface between the company and Eskom.
• Develop and execute a strategic account plan for Eskom.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver value-added solutions.
• Influence Eskom's digital transformation and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Strong understanding of power systems

Communication skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

What will you do?

Key Account Management - Eskom

• Act as the primary interface between Schneider Electric and Eskom, ensuring a trusted partnership.
• Develop and execute a strategic account plan for Eskom, including revenue growth, solution adoption, and stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver value-added solutions, services, and support to Eskom.
• Monitor account performance, customer satisfaction, and contract compliance.
• Influence Eskom's digital transformation, sustainability, and grid modernization initiatives.

Business Development & Sales Enablement

• Support sales teams with segment-specific insights, value propositions, and customer engagement strategies.
• Lead strategic pursuits and complex deal shaping in collaboration with tendering and execution teams.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders including government bodies, regulators, consultants, and EPCs.
• Identify and develop strategic partnerships to enhance Schneider Electric's value proposition in the infrastructure space.
• Forward thinker, with a deep understanding of the operating / procurement models both in public (Municipalities, ESKOM, BPC, etc) as well as private (IPPs, consultants, EPCs, contractors, etc) dimensions of the P&G Segment
• Define and execute business plan by setting and tracking business goals for Power Systems Business in the Segment for each targeted account. Lead account platforming activities with sales team (V1s) for the Segment and follow the commercial action plan.
• Take an active role in opportunity influencing, SOC preparation, pipeline reviews, offer optimization, negotiation discussions and order booking.

Internal Collaboration & Reporting

• Work closely with marketing, offer management, execution, and support functions to ensure alignment and delivery.
• Provide regular reporting on segment performance, account development, and strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to regional business reviews, forecasting, and strategic planning processes.

What skills and capabilities will make you successful?

Technical & Business Expertise

• Strong understanding of power systems, grid infrastructure, and utility operations.
• Knowledge of Schneider Electric's portfolio including MV / LV solutions, digital grid, automation, and services.
• Experience in managing large accounts or complex infrastructure projects.

Leadership & Strategic Thinking

• Ability to define and execute strategic plans with measurable outcomes.
• Strong influencing skills across internal and external stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on innovation and customer-centricity.

Communication & Relationship Management

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain senior-level relationships.
• Experience in navigating complex organizational structures and decision-making processes.

Who will you report to?

• Vice President - Power Systems

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Business, or related field (master's preferred).
• 12+ years of experience in infrastructure, utilities, or energy sector.
• Experience in key account management or segment leadership roles.
• Fluent in English; additional languages spoken in the SADC region are a plus.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy 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.