Digital Energy Business Development Manager - New Zealand

Digital Energy Business Development Manager – New Zealand Schneider Electric New Zealand Location: Auckland Reporting to: National Sales Manager, New Zealand At Schneider Electric, we are leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation, helping customers become more efficient, sustainable and resilient. We are looking for a commercially driven Digital Energy Business Development Manager to accelerate the growth of our Digital Energy portfolio across New Zealand. This is a strategic sales and business development role focused on expanding market share, increasing solution adoption, and strengthening Schneider Electric's presence across the building, energy and infrastructure sectors. You will work closely with channel partners, consultants, contractors, system integrators, builders and end users to identify opportunities, influence project outcomes, and drive the adoption of Schneider Electric's Digital Energy and Digital Power solutions. What You'll Be Doing Drive growth, market penetration and revenue across Schneider Electric's Digital Energy portfolio in New Zealand. Develop new business opportunities while growing existing customer and partner relationships. Expand and strengthen the EcoXpert ecosystem. Increase the attachment of Digital Energy and Digital Power solutions through channel partners, panel builders and strategic projects. Engage early in project opportunities, influencing specifications and solution design throughout the project lifecycle. Build strong relationships with consultants, contractors, integrators, builders and end users to drive long‑term growth. Identify and develop strategic accounts across both building and non‑building segments. Collaborate with sales, marketing, technical and services teams to deliver customer‑focused outcomes and support Schneider Electric's Digital Energy strategy. About You You are a proactive business development professional with a passion for building relationships, creating opportunities and driving commercial growth. You bring strong market knowledge, a customer‑first mindset, and the ability to engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven experience in business development, sales or account management, ideally within the energy, electrical, building technology, automation or infrastructure sectors. A strong understanding of the New Zealand market and key industry stakeholders. Demonstrated success in growing revenue through both direct and indirect sales channels. Experience working within partner ecosystems, including contractors, panel builders, system integrators or consulting engineers. Strong relationship‑building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Commercial acumen combined with a consultative, solution‑selling approach. The ability to quickly develop expertise in Digital Energy solutions and clearly communicate their value to customers. Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills. A self‑driven, proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work autonomously. Why Schneider Electric? This is an exciting opportunity to join a global leader at the forefront of electrification, digitalisation and sustainability. You'll have the opportunity to work with innovative technologies, develop strategic industry relationships, and play a key role in growing Schneider Electric's Digital Energy business across New Zealand. Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviours are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitisation. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today! Rewards designed for you Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: We see you and we value you. It’s more than just pay and benefits—it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed to help you perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential. The package helps you care for yourself and your family, plan your future, grow your skills and career, collaborate in an inclusive workplace, and contribute to your community. At Schneider Electric, we’re here for what matters most to you. * Country‑specific programs and initiatives may be available. You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. 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