Software Intelligence Manager

Job Description:

Business context

The Energy Management Software & Services (EM S&S) division brings together 5 software entities, Digital Energy (DE) Solutions, and services into one unified organization covering the full value chain, from design and build to operation and lifecycle optimization. It combines advanced digital platforms, integrated system solutions, and services to deliver energy intelligence and measurable customer outcomes.

This position scope covers the Software business, which brings together 5 software entities (ETAP, Digital Grid, DE Software ( EPO, EBO, PME), Planon and IT mgmt. ) delivering digital platforms, applications, and analytics across power systems, buildings, grid, data centers, and workplace domains. The Software scope plays a critical role as the intelligence and platform layer, enabling data-driven insights, digital services, and scalable, recurring business models across domains.

You will join the S&S Strategic Intelligence & Planning team. In this role, you will lead intelligence activities for S&S Software scope, directly contribute strategic decision-making for business, shape strategic priorities, and identify growth opportunities in a dynamic evolving, software-driven energy landscape.

Main responsibilities

You will lead key strategic intelligence activities covering all software:

Software Market & Competition intelligence program

Lead cross-entity market and competitive intelligence across the five software businesses, building a coherent and forward-looking view of a fragmented and fast-evolving landscape:

Synthesize market dynamics across domains (power, buildings, grid, data center, workplace) and translate them into portfolio-level strategic implications

Leverage and orchestrate external research partners to close knowledge gaps and enrich internal perspectives

Continuously track ecosystem moves (partnerships, M&A, platform ecosystems, cloud/AI players) to inform positioning.

Analyze software industry shifts (AI, SaaS models, platformization, pricing evolution) and assess impact for SW strategy + provide M&A prescreening support.

Deliver competitor deep dive, identifying key players, platform strategies, and emerging disruptors across domains.

Deliver a Competition & Industry Newsletter to key stakeholders on a recurring basis.

Deliver high-impact intelligence outputs (e.g., executive briefings, newsletter) tailored to diverse stakeholders

Intelligence Coordination & Governance

Build and structure a common Intelligence framework (methodologies, tools, cadence, and deliverables)

Ensure consistency, quality, and accessibility of insights across the organization.

Act as a central orchestrator, connecting inputs from multiple software teams into a unified narrative

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Operate as a bridge across entities and leadership layers:

Partner with software entity strategy, marketing and product teams to support portfolio-level strategic decisions.

Act as key interface within Corporate / EM / S&S strategy community to share best practices, methodology and tools, ensure knowledge exchange.

Support leadership with executive-level synthesis and decision materials on high-priority topics

Qualifications

Master’s degree or MBA from engineering or business school (or equivalent relevant field)

Experience in strategy, consulting, marketing, or software/tech business analysis.

Working profession in English, French or other language is a plus.

Strong ability to structure and synthesize complex, multi-entity environments into clear strategic insights.

Proven ability to synthesize data into concise, executive-level storytelling (PowerPoint, dashboards, reports)

Great stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and seniority levels

Collaborative team player, comfortable working in a global, cross-cultural environment

Nice to have: Experience in software, digital platforms, or AI-driven businesses or background in strategic marketing in tech/software companies or consulting firms.

(External) English Qualifications:

What's in it for me?

Direct impact on strategic decisions that shape the future of the business

Opportunity to develop your expertise while coaching and guiding emerging talent

Collaborative culture that encourages innovation, curiosity, and professional growth

Exposure to global markets and cross-functional leadership opportunities

Bring your strategic mindset to a team that values insight and impact - apply today!

Local Benefits (English):

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

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Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

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Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

(External) English Company Boiler Plate:

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We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

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€40 billion global revenue

+9% organic growth

150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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