Client Development Specialist located in Louisville, KY.Schneider Electric's Energy & Sustainability Services (ESS) division addresses clients' diverse energy and sustainability management needs. Experts within the division provide integrated solutions to meet clients' energy supply, efficiency and sustainability challenges. With an expanding global footprint, Energy & Sustainability Services includes a team of more than 2,000 energy professionals in offices around the globe. www.se.com A successful candidate will demonstrate:Integrity: demonstrates this in all interactionsInitiative: recognizes and acts on what needs to be done without being askedHonesty: transparent in the interactions with other employees, prospects, clients, etc.Leadership: proven track record of effective leadership in a sales rolePersuasiveness: ability to work through challenges to achieve resultsPosition Summary: Responsible for creating interest in Schneider Electric's Energy & Sustainability Services, a leader in consulting and technology services, by initiating contact with potential prospects via multiple outreach initiatives. This individual plays a vital role in the success of the Sales team in revenue achievement and in the overall success of the company's growth strategy. The lead generation efforts include uncovering potential prospects, qualifying prospects, identifying the decision-making process, providing marketing collateral, and setting up sales meetings for prospect's decision-maker and Schneider Electric's Client Development team members.What will you do?:Contact prospects via telephone, email and direct mail in order to generate client interest, set follow-on appointments, develop sales opportunities, qualify prospects, and develop new business opportunities with company executivesMeet established quota for lead generation and sales appointmentsConduct thorough prospect qualification, including the identification of prospects and their roles, decision makers and uncovering the fit/need for Schneider Electric's servicesAfter formal training on the Energy & Sustainability Services offers, communicate the value proposition in a quick, compelling, and effective manner with key decision makers over the telephoneConduct research to uncover appropriate executive-level contactsWork closely with ESS Marketing to accelerate lead generation and follow-on appointments with potential clientsMaintain and update the prospect database in SalesForce.com in collaboration with the sales teamBuild and maintain a healthy sales funnel for future growth of our organizationQualifications - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Education: Bachelor's degree from accredited college/university or equivalent work experience.Key Traits, ExperienceTwo years experience with inside sales, lead generation and/or executive-level prospectingCollaborative mindset - a team player who wants to make a differenceOutstanding written and verbal communication skills - highly articulateExperience in prospecting within Executive levels of Fortune 1000 companiesProven effectiveness at conducting business conversations over the phoneA desire to pick up the phone to dial and identify new sales opportunitiesExcellent presentation and time management skillsExperience with web research tools to uncover executive-level contacts and decision-makersKnowledge of the energy and sustainability industry preferredA displayed passion to make a differenceReasoning & Critical Thinking Skills:Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Conflict Resolution Skills:Ability to handle and resolve complex issues within a team, department and client process.Computer Skills:Microsoft Office and other database software; SalesForce.comYou must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.Why us?Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.25.7bn global revenue137 000 employees in 100 countries45% of revenue from IoT5% of revenue devoted for R&DYou must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filledIt 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.Client Development Specialist located in Louisville, KY.Schneider Electric's Energy & Sustainability Services (ESS) division addresses clients' diverse energy and sustainability management needs. Experts within the division provide integrated solutions to meet clients' energy supply, efficiency and sustainability challenges. With an expanding global footprint, Energy & Sustainability ServicesEqual Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
