Operations Manager within Secure Power Division, Nordics

Do you want to be part of a company that focuses on sustainability, learning and development while shaping the digital transformation for tomorrow’s energy management? Then we would like to get to know you!

The tech industry is undergoing a major transformation with influences from mobile technology, cloud computing, IoT and Big Data & Analytics. This is having a major impact on the technology platforms needed and specifically the impact on the Data Centre platform that is the underlying enabler of a lot of our customer businesses.

The past of only “enterprise” Data Centers built by the customer’s IT & Facility departments is changing dramatically to now a situation where there are many types of Data Centre, which are delivering levels of performance and specification. We are now looking for an Operations Manager to enable Schneider Electric’s drive towards solutions business for Secure Power division in the Nordic & Baltic Zone.

What will you do?
Ensuring that all the system business solutions secured by the Nordic & Baltic business are implemented on time, compliant to standards and achieves highest customer satisfaction rate while working with key stakeholders and the zone Application Centre Leader & local Sales teams.
Engage with all the system business customers on the entire range and the most complex types of projects and transactional systems order which encompasses all Schneider hardware, software and services but also all relevant 3rd party solutions
Efficient resource management during Project Execution and adherence to good systems practices, governance, and tools.
Manage Operation and Execution team overall workload vs. business seasonality and fluctuations. Own the training & development career program for the team including internal and external certifications.
Support the zone CS&P segment lead on the country cadence calls to define action plans in relation to key opportunities and follow-up of the action plan. Also support & contribute at sales stage in assessing the project timelines in front of resources and planning.
Master solution business risks in the execution phase on the order portfolio level to insure accurate risk coverage and mitigation with opportunities. Take a specific focus on effective implementation of Contract, Claim and Change Order management processes within Application Centre teams.

The role will be based at our Swedish head office in Solna but with travel to sites across the country and the Nordics are estimated.

What will make you successful?
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, and/or Master’s in Business Administration
Relevant Professional qualifications (i.e. in the fields of Data Centre, Mechanical & Electrical design, Project Management etc.)
A strong understanding of Data Centre design and concepts for the infrastructure layer.
Uptime certification or similar experience.
You must be able to communicate well orally and in writing in Swedish and English.
You share Schneider Electric's core values - Customer first, Learn every day, Embrace different, Act like owners, Dare to disrupt.

To succeed in this role, you need excellent communication skills and ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers. You have a strong ability to influence and convince and motivation to deliver first rate customer service. You have strong interest in leadership and ability to coach your team to deliver results. You perform well under pressure and are used to navigating complex situations. Most of all you have enthusiasm and drive to succeed in everything you do.
What do we offer you?

Flexibility: With our Global Flexibility at Work policy, and our hybrid work model, we empower our employees for their work-life integration.
Career Development: We provide a rich environment for our people to grow and learn every day through our career development model.
Good Benefits: Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as paid family leave, a culture of wellness and much more.
Inclusive Environment: We build a culture of respect where everyone feels safe to be their authentic selves. We are fully committed to inclusion, and our policies and culture reflect this commitment.


Did we get you inspired?
Let us learn about you. Apply today! We will fulfill the position as soon as the suitable candidate has been found.
Kindly note that we conduct a background verification check as part of the pre-employment process.
Contact information
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Hiring manager Peter Baker at +44 7917 831347 and if you want to tell us more about yourself and why you think this is the right role for you, then feel free to contact Recruitment specialist Marcus Grahn at +46 761341221.
About Our Company
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.

€25.7bn global revenue
137 000+ employees in 100+ countries
45% of revenue from IoT
5% of revenue devoted for R&D