Head of Marketing, C-Suite & Strategic Customers (Chicago)

Head of Marketing, C-Suite & Strategic Customers We are seeking a strategic marketing leader to define and lead Schneider Electric's U.S. strategy for executive engagement, strategic customer marketing, and enterprise influence. Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing, this role is responsible for strengthening relationships with the company's most strategic customers, including Fortune 500 enterprises and executive decision-makers, to accelerate growth, increase customer lifetime value, and enhance Schneider Electric's market leadership. This leader owns the strategy for engaging C-suite and senior business decision-makers, translating customer insights, market trends, and commercial priorities into differentiated engagement models that deepen executive relationships and create competitive advantage. Working closely with the leadership, Strategy, Commercial, and Marketing teams, they will develop scalable frameworks, executive programs, and customer engagement strategies that influence enterprise buying decisions and support Schneider's largest growth opportunities. This is a highly visible leadership role with direct exposure to EVP and C-suite leadership requiring strong executive presence, strategic thinking, and exceptional cross-functional influence. The successful candidate will regularly partner with North America and Global executives to shape customer engagement priorities, guide investment decisions, and ensure executive marketing programs deliver measurable business outcomes. What will you do in this position? Partner with Business leaders, Global leaders, and Commercial teams to define and execute marketing programs that drive expansion, retention, and loyalty within C-suite customers Design and lead integrated marketing strategies that drive meaningful engagement across the customer journey, including targeted communications (email, newsletters, nurture, social, PR) and high-touch executive experiences (roundtables, summits, and curated engagements) Translate customer, competitive, and market insights into differentiated executive programs, thought leadership, and go-to-market strategies. Convert high-level executive engagement into enterprise action by supporting targeted workshops that align stakeholders, define strategic priorities, and drive measurable commercial outcomes. Measure and optimize the impact of customer marketing programs on engagement, retention, pipeline velocity, and growth outcomes Build a deep understanding of customer segments, buying cycles, and competitive dynamics to inform segmentation, targeting, and program design Qualifications 10-15+ years of progressive B2B marketing, strategic marketing, executive engagement, or commercial leadership experience. Demonstrated success building executive engagement or strategic account marketing programs for Fortune 500 organizations. Experience in digital transformation, software, energy management, industrial technology, or infrastructure markets. Deep understanding of enterprise buying centers, C-suite priorities, and complex B2B sales environments. Excellent communicator, translating strategy into clear, actionable programs that resonate with all audiences and proven ability to connect marketing strategy directly to commercial growth. Experience leading executive customer communities, advisory boards, or strategic account programs. Thrive in fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities and delivering against tight timelines Experience working with senior corporate leadership and global matrix organizations. What's in it for me?Lead high-visibility initiatives that shape company strategy and drive revenue growthWork with talented, collaborative teams in a culture that values innovation and bold ideasAccess to professional development, mentorship, and opportunities to expand your leadership impactFlexible work environment designed to support your success and well-beingBring your strategic expertise to a team that's ready to win together — apply today!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 168,800 - USD 253,200 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.Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to youOur Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team: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 (credits to apply towards your benefits), flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, 20 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date).Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs: your base salary, short-term incentives or sales incentives, opportunities to own company shares (eligibility depends on start date), and 401(k) + match.Grow Your Skills and Career. We commit to helping you grow with ongoing performance and development conversations, Senior Talent Program, global career opportunities, access to our Schneider Career Hub for new positions, projects, and mentors, and learning platforms like Coursera to equip you with the skills for today and tomorrow.Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage teaming up through project opportunities on the Schneider Career Hub, smart ways to collaborate, celebrating contributions via a recognition program (including service anniversary), sharing your voice in our engagement survey, and fostering an inclusive, caring workplace.Support Your Community. We make a difference in your community with volunteer leave, programs through the Schneider Electric Foundation, initiatives that support youth education, and military leave benefits.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.Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!€40 billion global revenue+9% organic growth150 000+ employees in 100+ countriesYou 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. At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter hereSchneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy 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.