Stanley McGrady
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dynamic sales and operations leader with over 15 years of experience at Schneider Electric, specializing in innovative sales strategies, cross-functional initiatives, and successful commercial launches. Proven expertise in strategic planning, team development, and fostering business growth while executing operational excellence in complex environments. Collaborative leader dedicated to cultivating an engaging and empowering work culture, with a strong track record of building and maintaining relationships across diverse stakeholder groups in fast-paced settings.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Area Sales Manager
Schneider Electric North America
01.2023 - Current
- Drive strategy and execution for a $50M+ multi-territory region, leading a high-performing sales team across the Mid-South and Ohio Valley.
- Delivered +30% growth in 3 years, with two territories ranked top 10 nationally for orders revenue.
- Successfully met or exceeded total team quota 3 years in a row.
- 2024 Leadership Impact Award Winner
- Empower and coach sales leaders to exceed market share goals, foster cross-functional collaboration, and build strong channel partnerships.
- Recognized for developing talent, uniting teams, and consistently delivering top-tier results in a complex, matrixed environment.
Chief of Staff, US & North America
Schneider Electric North America
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Strategic partner to North American President and NAM Leadership team, aligning company priorities and operations.
- Optimized business review process for increased executive accountability.
- Led cross-unit initiatives with measurable outcomes.
- Managed executive customer briefings and high-impact communications.
- Consulted and supported communications & key messages across NAM & US organizations.
NAM Hub Launch Process Manager
Schneider Electric North America
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Drove commercial launches for Power Products/Systems across North America.
- Launched 7+ product offers with streamlined go-to-market strategies.
- Facilitated monthly launch reviews for alignment and readiness.
Sales Development Program Manager
Schneider Electric North America
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Recruited and mentored sales talent, achieving 100% hiring goals annually.
- Designed and delivered sales training curriculum and events.
Business Development Specialist
Schneider Electric North America
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Executed national sales strategy for convenience store market.
- Managed seven representative firms that contributed 40% of sales growth in 3 years.
Senior Safety & Environmental Engineer
Schneider Electric North America
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Led all safety/environmental programs and training for the manufacturing facility.
- Project lead for all continuous improvement developments related to Safety and Environmental.
Operations Advanced Development Program
Schneider Electric North America
2010 - 01.2012
- Rotational Development Program with 4 roles across 2 facilities
- Served as a Project Analyst, Second Shift Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineer and Safety/Environmental Engineer
Emergency Shift Supervisor
Schneider Electric North America
- Supervised 16 associates on second shift.
- Managed and supported inventory activities with inventory analyst.
Project Analyst
Schneider Electric North America
- Served as member of the Mechanicsburg project and systems support team.
- Project Leader for enhancing IT and IT related warehouse projects.
Sales Development Professional
Schneider Electric North America
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Completed intensive 16-week training in sales operations and customer engagement.
- Developed expertise in quotations, customer engagement, and sales processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Tennessee
Knoxville08.2010
Skills
- Business Development
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Process Improvement
- Team Development
- Project Management
- Commercial Product Launches
- Sales Enablement
- Event Coordination
- Consultative and relationship selling
- Territory and account management
- Collaborative mindset
Certification
- McKinsey Management Accelerator & Leadership Academy (2021)
- Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Certificate, USF (2021)
- Transforming Schneider Leadership: Level 4 (2019)
- Business Impact Pillar Lead, Black Professional ERG, Nashville (2018–2020)
Timeline
Industrial Area Sales Manager
Schneider Electric North America
01.2023 - Current
Chief of Staff, US & North America
Schneider Electric North America
01.2022 - 01.2023
NAM Hub Launch Process Manager
Schneider Electric North America
01.2019 - 01.2022
Sales Development Program Manager
Schneider Electric North America
01.2017 - 01.2019
Business Development Specialist
Schneider Electric North America
01.2014 - 01.2017
Sales Development Professional
Schneider Electric North America
01.2014 - 01.2014
Senior Safety & Environmental Engineer
Schneider Electric North America
01.2012 - 01.2014
Emergency Shift Supervisor
Schneider Electric North America
Project Analyst
Schneider Electric North America
Operations Advanced Development Program
Schneider Electric North America
2010 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Tennessee