JOB DESCRIPTION
Global Division R&D Manager (flexible location)
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In this role you will be leading global drive market leader R&D organization.
You will be responsible for identification, exploration and implementation of
technology/product development and growth strategies within Drive products
division to enhance and secure ABB´s global position and profitability in the
medium/ long term. You will ensure project execution, foster innovation and
develop and secure research and development (R&D) capabilities. The role is
open globally, but location is set in ABB Offices in Finland or USA (New
Berlin). Willingness to travel is required (50-80 days).
This position reports to
Division President MODP
Your responsibilities
Lead Drive products global R&D function and global team
Create and execute R&D strategy for the division together with other
functions and locations in alignment of global strategy and financial
goals
Create product development roadmap for the division with other functions
in alignment of global division business targets.
Follow-up and prioritizes execution of development projects according to
the capacity and business priorities
Define annual priorities for the global function and local R&D teams and
ensure key performance indicators (KPIs) are in place
Define targets, roles and responsibilities for the global R&D team and
develop team members according to their personal needs and global function
targets
Create annual budget, follows-up costs and financial guidelines. Plan
global long-term investments
Drive innovation culture throughout the division and plan division
technology development and research roadmap
Emphases D&I, knowledge sharing and collaboration in the function globally
Monitor global technical trends, analyses customer needs and watch closely
competitors' technologies
Drive development of global processes, procedures and tools via continuous
improvement
Your background
Bachelor's degree or higher on relevant technical area
15 years of experience in a broad range of technology architectures and
products.
Proven track record on working in R&D organization in area of power
electronics, electronics or software development
10 years successful management experience with proven leadership skills
Experience on leading global team in multi-cultural environment
Strategic planning skills, a demonstrated ability to see the big picture,
and the ability to create technology solutions to meet real business needs
D&I, integrity and global collaboration high on agenda
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, coupled with the ability
to work with business and technology stakeholders
Passion for technology and innovation
Understands importance of quality and have 'customer first attitude'
Understands of product development processes and ability to understand
complex technical systems
More about us
ABB Drive Products is a technology leader serving industries, infrastructure
and machine builders with world-class drives. With our products, global scale
and local presence, we help our customers to improve energy efficiency,
productivity and safety. Our people and culture are the foundation of our
success. We all together make the difference for our customers every day. We
look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English
are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look
at our website www. abb.com. Work model: hybrid #LI-hybrid
Publication ID: GP85293154E10
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