Product Manager Drives & Drive Systems (M/W)

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For our Industrial Automation division, we are looking for a Product Manager Drives & Drive Systems (M/W) who works for the region of Belgium & Netherlands, and will be based in Ukkel,Belgium. In this role you will be reporting to the Marketing Manager Industry Belgium & NetherlandsYour meaningful purposeOne of the most important pillars of our strategy is to develop our Drives & Drive Systems solutions business that addresses the needs and requirements of end-customers and associated OEM-customers. The solutions under responsibility of the Offer Marketeer Drives & Drive Systems can be found in all layers of the EcoStruxure architecture but have a strong link to software solutions in its upper layer.Drives & Drive Systems and its associated software solutions, as a guarantee for its differentiating capabilities, has a direct link to our strategy. This is where your role starts! You will substantiate the realizations of this strategic pillar, make the difference and strategically position Schneider Electric in the strategic industry segments.Your primary goal will be to manage the entire Drives & Drive Systems portfolio for the mentioned markets in Belgium and Netherlands; and will support and initiate business development activities.Your Daily Task And Responsibilities Will Include

• You will manage for the entire Marketing Mix around the Drives & Drive Systems portfolio;
• You will drive and develop multi-year and annual strategic and tactical plans to realize sustainable growth for the Drives & Drive Systems portfolio;
• You will develop positioned and differentiating Drives & Drive Systems propositions each of the Go-to-Markets;
• You will prepare and implement product launches and corresponding updates in close cooperation with sales and partners and all other stakeholders;
• You will initiate and coordinate of promotional activities;
• You will closely collaborate with internal colleagues and external experts for the specific applications of our end-customers.
• You will maintain regular contact with customers, to collect market intelligence on the basis of which targeted markets will be mapped and analyzed;
• You will work together with: The Business Development, Sales, pre-Sales and Pricing departments in such a way that the Drives & Drive Systems portfolio under your responsibility will be positioned competitively for maximized growth and through that add value to Schneider Electric’s customers;
• You will work together with: Offer Marketeers, the Segment Marketeers, the Marketing Communications department as well as with the relevant Channel Marketeers to contribute to the development of value propositions and solutions for our end-customers and OEM’s;
• You will physically attend several meetings (e.g. periodic Sales Meetings, annual strategic planning meetings and other);
• You keep up to date on all developments relevant to your role, and in appropriate cases you will make an on-site appointment elsewhere in Europe in case it is needed for the commercial success.

Who you are ?

• You have a proven experience (5 to 10 year) in commercial and/or marketing role in the area of Industrial Automation;
• “Customer First” are more than words to you;
• You are a natural problem solver,You love to take ownership and you consider yourself an entrepreneur;
• You possess a competitive mindset with excellent interpersonal skills;
• You are confident making presentation in front of a group and motivating a group
• You can work in a versatile environment;
• You are fluent in English and Dutch. A good command of French or the will to improve this language is an asset.
• You have a good knowledge of Microsoft Office, SAP and salesforce;
• Ideally, you graduated with a degree Industrial Engineering, Business Engineering or an equivalent field of study.
• You currently reside in Belgium or the Netherlands and possess an excellent understanding of the local market.

What We OfferA unique chance to empower your career and professional fulfilmentYou will be part of a growing leading global player that is ranked most sustainable company in the world. You will be empowered to serve your meaningful purpose. You will learn every day and develop through the online learning offer of 10.000+ e-learnings and development programs across various domains.We believe that great people make Schneider Electric a great company and Schneider Electric people have been recognized as the best professionals in our industry. We strive for the wellbeing of our employees through trainings and an annual Well-being Week. Our global family leave policy was recognized as one of the most efficient work/life balance enablers worldwide.Diversity is one of our top priorities. As an organization we feel honored to be in the 2020 list of ‘Bloomberg Gender-Equality’ for the third year in a row and also to be on the 1st place of the industrial sector of the ‘Equileap Top 200 Gender Equality’.Your role will give you autonomy and varied opportunities to overcome challenges of an international growing organization. Open your career to functional, geographical, and hierarchical mobility opportunities.An attractive salary package:

• Fixed salary
• Bonus system on an annual basis
• Company car
• Monthly fixed expenses
• Insurances: group and hospitalization
• Opportunities to further develop within the group while being entitled to ongoing training.

Let us learn about you! Apply today.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.€34bn global revenue128 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.