Global Sales Leader, Data Center Vertical
Buffalo Grove, Lake County, Illinois, 60089, USA
Listed on 2026-09-08
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IT/Tech
Job Family: Buildings
Req : 520529
Location: This will be a hybrid role. The selected candidate will split time between working from home and a local office. The ideal candidate will live commuting distance from Buffalo Grove, IL;
Atlanta, GA; or New York, NY. Additionally, this role will travel globally 50%
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first.
Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
Our Building Solutions, Products and Services help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.
Transform
the everyday
with us!
Data Centers are one of the most dynamic and strategically critical verticals in the global economy. Driven by the explosion of AI workloads, hyperscale expansion, and the emergence of Neo Cloud players, the market represents a transformational growth opportunity for Siemens Smart Infrastructure Buildings (SI
B).
We are looking for an exceptional Global Sales Leader, Data Center Vertical to define and execute SI B’s strategy for this vertical – accelerating market penetration, expanding share of wallet, and positioning Siemens as the partner of choice for next-generation data center assets worldwide.
As the
Global Sales Leader, Data Center Vertical , you will:
- Define and own the SI B Data Center vertical strategy, aligned with global Siemens direction and SI B commercial ambitions
- Develop a comprehensive market segmentation framework across all regions and segments – hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, AI Factory, and Neo Clouds
- Identify white spaces, growth paths, and emerging customer archetypes to continuously evolve SI B’s market position
- Translate strategy into clear, actionable execution plans with defined milestones and KPIs
- Define and implement go-to-market strategies for targeted segments and geographies, ensuring broad and effective market coverage
- Build a strategic network of channel partners, system integrators, and ecosystem players to scale reach and execution
- Drive pipeline creation, customer engagement, and investment proposals for new growth opportunities – including Neo Cloud and AI Factory operators
- Lead the market introduction of new SI B portfolio offerings, translating customer and market needs into actionable inputs for product and solution development
- Collaborate with Business Units to co-create differentiated value propositions with a strong focus on digitalization, energy efficiency, and operational resilience
- Identify portfolio gaps and ensure SI B’s offering remains ahead of market needs
- Animate and coordinate a global community of Data Center functional experts, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and aligned execution across regions – without direct line management
- Act as the central connector between regional sales teams, business units, marketing, and the SI Global Vertical Lead
- Drive clear priorities, shared frameworks, and strong communication rhythms across the functional community
- Act as the SI B spokesperson for the Data Center vertical – internally and externally
- Build and maintain C-level relationships with key customers, decision-makers, and ecosystem influencers globally
- Drive thought leadership through industry events, integrated marketing campaigns, and corporate initiatives
- Gather and analyze market trends, competitive dynamics, and customer intelligence to continuously sharpen strategy in collaboration with Global Data Center team
- Define and track vertical KPIs – coverage, penetration, pipeline,…
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