Senior General Manager - Solar - NEL
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About the role
Job Description:
Business Head – Solar
Role Summary
Seeking a Business Head to lead and scale the Solar business by driving sales growth, market expansion, and overall business strategy for switchgear, electrical and automation, and energy systems in the solar and renewable energy market, while building a high-performing team and strengthening the company’s position.
Key Responsibilities
Define and execute the overall solar business and product strategy, aligned with organizational goals and growth plans.
Own the product lifecycle and portfolio - identify market needs, guide product roadmap, and drive new product introductions and enhancements.
Drive revenue, margins, and profitability through the right product mix, pricing, and regional sales execution.
Work closely with Sales, Operations, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure market‑ready products and effective go‑to‑market plans.
Build strong relationships with key customers, EPCs, and partners to capture market feedback and improve product offerings.
Track market trends, competition, and regulations; lead business reviews, forecasts, and performance actions at a product and segment level.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably Electrical or Electronics (MBA preferred).
15-20 years of experience in the solar energy sector; or 12-15 years of experience with an MBA from a reputed institute.
Strong background in sales, business development and product management.
Proven experience in leading large territories and scaling businesses.
Prior experience of managing teams.
Skills & Competencies
Strategic business thinking with strong execution capability
Deep understanding of the solar industry value chain
Strong leadership, people management, and stakeholder engagement skills
Commercial acumen with negotiation and relationship-building expertise
Data-driven decision-making and performance management
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Revenue growth and market share expansion
Territory and customer penetration metrics
Achievement of sales targets and business plans
Team performance, capability development, and retention
Key account growth and strategic partnership outcomes
Business profitability and operational effectiveness
(External) English Qualifications:
What's in it for me?
Lead high-impact strategic initiatives with visibility across the organization
Work alongside talented, innovative teams driving market leadership
Access to professional development, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities
Flexible work options designed to support your success and well-being
Bring your strategic vision to a team that's ready to make an impact - apply today!
Local Benefits (English):
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Country-specific programs and initiatives may be available.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
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 behaviors 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 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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