Competitive Intelligence and Market Analyst

Job Description:

The Role: Competitive Intelligence and Market Analyst

Location: Bengaluru, India

Schneider Electric is the global specialist in energy management and automation. With revenues of ~€36 billion, our 150,000+ employees serve customers in over 100 countries, helping them to manage their energy and process in ways that are safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software, and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Our connected technologies reshape industries, transform cities, and enrich lives. At Schneider Electric, we call this Life Is On.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a driven and strategic Competitive Intelligence and Market Analyst to lead comprehensive competitor analysis and deliver actionable market insights. You will be responsible for monitoring market dynamics, analyzing competition, empowering our commercial teams and supporting the leadership of the 3 Phase Data Center Systems line of business. Your strategic insights will be pivotal in driving executive decisions, product development, and sales enablement.

Key Responsibilities:

Competition Analysis

• Conduct in-depth analysis of competitors' products, technologies, and market positioning to identify strategic opportunities and threats.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive competitive intelligence reports and market assessments to guide executive decision-making.
• Track and report on competitor news, summarizing potential impacts on our product portfolio and recommend strategic responses.
• Monitor competitor marketing activities and campaigns, extracting insights that can inform our strategies.
• Lead competition and market analysis efforts for the 3-Phase Data Center System business, leveraging a strong technical background to understand product nuances and market fit.

Market Trends

• Stay current with industry trends, evolving customer needs, and regulatory changes, and provide actionable insights for business growth and innovation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate the market potential of new products and solutions and contribute to strategic product development.
• Use data analytics and market research to identify emerging market opportunities and potential risks, shaping proactive business strategies.

R&D Collaboration

• Work with regional R&D teams to collect, interpret and synthesize competitor product analyses, identifying key differentiators.

Sales Enablement

• Develop and deliver effective sales enablement resources, including 'how-to-sell-against' materials, battle cards, benchmarking reports, ID cards, heatmaps, and guidance on selling against competitor solutions.
• Develop training materials to be shared with internal teams to educate broader organization about our portfolio.
• Foster a collaborative global environment, sharing competitive insights across teams and providing training and support to enhance sales performance and customer engagement.
• Act as a subject matter expert on market and competitive dynamics, helping sales teams position our products effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or Master's degree) in Business, Marketing, Data Analytics, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 to 5 years of working experience.
• Proven experience in competitive intelligence, market analysis, or strategic planning, preferably within the data center or technology sector.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a technical background to assess product strengths and weaknesses effectively.
• Experience in developing strategic market insights and sales enablement tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and drive strategic outcomes in a global setting.
• Proficiency in data analytics, market research techniques, and competitive intelligence tools.
• Must be highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to handle confidential information in a professional manner.

Qualifications:

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

• Bachelor's degree (or Master's degree) in Business, Marketing, Data Analytics, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 to 5 years of working experience.
• Proven experience in competitive intelligence, market analysis, or strategic planning, preferably within the data center or technology sector.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a technical background to assess product strengths and weaknesses effectively.
• Experience in developing strategic market insights and sales enablement tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and drive strategic outcomes in a global setting.
• Proficiency in data analytics, market research techniques, and competitive intelligence tools.
• Must be highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to handle confidential information in a professional manner.

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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

About Our Company:

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

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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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€36 billion global revenue

+13% organic growth

employees in 100+ countries

You 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.

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Schneider 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.