Innovation Principal

You want more out of a career A place to share your ideas freely - even if they re daring or different Where the true you can learn grow and thrive At Verizon we power and empower how people live work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy We do what we love - driving innovation creativity and impact in the world Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate lead and believe that listening is where learning begins In crisis and in celebration we come together - lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up everywhere always Want in Join the VTeamLife The Senior Innovation Principal acts as a vital bridge between complex technical solutions and critical business objectives applying deep vertical industry expertise and strategic vision to achieve optimal customer outcomes within Verizon Business Group VBG s Manufacturing Energy Utility Practice This role is designed to initiate drive and manage the overall innovation strategy and direction for key enterprise clients in the U S utilities and energy sectors Engaging directly with executive-level leaders C-level to VP the Senior Innovation Principal establishes joint partnerships for Industry 4 0 and Digital Transformation initiatives This position serves as a key thought leader within VBG bolstering Verizon s internal and external credibility through expert client engagement business development and ecosystem relationships Core Responsibilities Strategic Growth Business Development Drive strategic growth of Verizon s business with Global Enterprise customers in the energy and utilities markets particularly among Investor-Owned Utilities IOUs and support the expansion into Municipal Owned Utilities MOUs and Public Sector accounts Initiate guide and execute funnel opportunities for both existing run-rate business and strategic advanced solutions in partnership with Client Partners and Regional Sales Leaders Support large VBG opportunities and funnel growth across four key vectors of VBG growth Develop and deliver use cases enabled by cutting-edge Verizon solutions to energy and utility customers selling the value of these solutions through a highly consultative and forward-thinking approach Industry Engagement Thought Leadership Actively participate in and provide leadership in key Industry Affiliation Groups such as DistribuTECH EPRI Edison Electric Institute API AGA and UBBA Engage with industry analysts and represent Verizon in vertical events including speaking roles at conferences webinars and podcasts Leverage deep industry expertise in client engagements business development and ecosystem relationships to shape Verizon s go-to-market portfolio and foster a forward-looking approach that resonates with customers and the overall industry Knowledge Sharing Internal Collaboration Serve as a critical source of vertical industry knowledge and expertise disseminating insights through multiple VBG channels to core account teams and internal stakeholders acting as a force-multiplier Provide essential industry guidance and insight for sales support across various General Enterprise segments and Public Sector teams Contribute input for new product development identifying and developing repeatable products and services across private and public sector utilities Collaborate with Public Sector teams to identify and execute on points of convergence and common solutions such as grid security Solution Design Implementation Leadership Provide guidance and strategic insight to clients on solving complex business problems through integrated Verizon solutions including Customer Experience Digital Workplace Security IoT Network including Private Wireless Neutral Host and Private Field Area Networks and Edge Compute solutions Guide teams of solution architects adoption specialists and deal experts to drive the development and implementation of opportunities in the utility and energy markets Establish collaborations and partnering programs with respected industry leaders such as Itron Honeywell Schneider and Siemens enabling a comprehensive connected energy ecosystem You ll need to have -Bachelor s degree or four or more years of work experience -Six or more years of relevant experience required demonstrated through one or a combination of work and or military experience or specialized training -Willingness to travel -Extensive experience working in the manufacturing vertical The position requires extensive first-hand knowledge of the following concepts -Required Expertise Focus Areas The successful candidate will possess deep knowledge and practical experience in the U S utilities and energy markets with a particular emphasis on Grid Modernization Understanding of Advanced Metering Infrastructure AMI 2 0 Distributed Energy Resources DERs and automated grid applications to improve forecasting resilience and support renewables Cybersecurity Operational Technology OT Security Expertise in defending cyber and voice networks protecting critical infrastructure and navigating regulatory compliance around security and customer data Knowledge of cyber protection systems like identity and access controls heuristic monitoring and network isolation air gap is a plus Private LTE 5G Networks Comprehensive understanding of the drivers for utility adoption of private Long-Term Evolution LTE and 5G networks including enhanced functionality reliability security scalability and economic advantages This role will capitalize on the significant market growth with utilities accelerating private 5G 4G network spending Industrial IoT IIoT Connected Assets Experience with deploying applications that collect and utilize data from a wide variety of grid assets such as smart meters gas sensors voltage regulators smart fields connected refineries and drones Specific knowledge in areas like Intelligent Lighting Field Area Networks and Condition Based Maintenance is a plus Digital Transformation Initiatives Guiding utilities in rolling out new or enhanced workforce management safety customer engagement and other applications that integrate with vehicles field workers cloud and IoT technologies This position can be located in most other valid Verizon locations in US Hub locations Where you ll be working In this mobile role you ll primarily work from customer or field location s with occasional visits to a Verizon location for in-person training and meetings Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Equal Employment Opportunity Verizon is an equal opportunity employer We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status disability or other legally protected characteristics Benefits and Compensation Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career and in areas of your life outside of Verizon From health and wellness benefit options including medical dental vision short and long term disability basic life insurance supplemental life insurance AD D insurance identity theft protection pet insurance and group home auto insurance We also offer a matched 401 k savings plan stock incentive programs up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year parental leave adoption assistance and tuition assistance plus other incentives we ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package Depending on the role employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime shift differential holiday pay allowances etc Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year which grows with additional service For part-timers your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more For part-time roles your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours The annual salary range for the location s listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is 138 500 00 - 265 000 00 The annual salary range for the Colorado location s listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is 152 500 00 - 265 000 00 The annual salary range for the Illinois location s listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is 152 500 00 - 265 000 00 The annual salary range for the New York location s listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is 152 500 00 - 265 000 00 Save Saved Open sharing options Share Related Jobs Save Saved Basking Ridge New Jersey 6 other locations Sales Save Saved New York New York 1 other location Strategic Planning Save Saved Smyrna Delaware 1 other location Sales From finance to supply chain help drive our success and create meaningful change in your career and the world Stay in touch Even if you re not a V Teamer yet we d love to keep you in the loop We can t help it-connection is kind of our thing So be sure to sign up to become 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