Global Product Group Manager - Controls (f/m/d)

Global Product Group Manager - Controls (f/m/d)

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Division Head of Technology - Machine Automation (B&R)

Your Role & Responsibilities

As Global Product Group Manager for Controls, you will hold a strategically important position within our division where you are fully accountable for the business performance, strategic direction, and long-term market viability of the R&D Controls portfolio. The focus of this role is to ensure sustained profitability for our Product Group where disciplined investment decisions, a long-term business strategy that secures competitiveness and consistent return on investment are at focus.

You will work closely with a highly skilled and experienced team, leading the product group with clear financial ownership, clear market focus, and cross-functional leadership.

In this role, you'll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.

The work model for the role is: onsite

• Assume end-to-end business accountability for the product group, including profitability, budgeting, pricing strategy, cost discipline, and long-term margin development in close alignment with divisional leadership members.
• Continue to implement and enable the long-term product group strategy, ensuring competitiveness and sustainable return on investment in a global market environment.
• Enable the Product Group management team through inclusive and empowering leadership where you promote a culture in line with the company values with integrity and compliance.
• Represent the Product Group at an executive level towards key customers, machine builders, and internal stakeholders, enhancing market positioning and long-term partnerships for our company.

Our team dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

What it takes to Run what runs the world

• 10+ years of global leadership experience in a Product Group, Business Unit, divisional function, or comparable senior role.
• Advanced education or University degree within a technical, business, or comparable field
• Background global organizations of automation or industrial environments is beneficial
• Experience with business accountability, including P&L ownership, financial steering, budgeting, and pricing.
• Executive presence and proficient communication skills in English, comfortable engaging with senior customers and stakeholders globally.
• Demonstrated strategic and commercial mindset with the ability to translate market dynamics into clear priorities and measurable KPIs.
• Inclusive leadership style with a history of mentoring and further developing experienced and technically skilled teams.
• Ability to guide Senior Product Management and R&D organizations without needing to be the primary technical authority.

We offer a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond:

• Work-Life Balance - Flexible working models, including flextime and hybrid options, to support your personal and professional life.
• Health & Well-being - Access to various health measures, a Global Employee Assistance Program, and a gender-neutral parental leave policy.
• Financial Perks - Participation in the Global Employee Shareholder Acquisition Program (ESAP) and meal allowances.
• Career Growth - Extensive training opportunities and structured development programs to help you advance.
• Inclusive Culture - An international work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

The minimum compensation, in accordance with the electrical and electronics industry collective agreement, is 6 397.78 EUR monthly for a full-time position as of May 2025. But we would be happy to speak in person about your compensation package in relation to your qualifications and experience!

More about us: Machine Automation, ABB
ABB's Machine Automation division delivers automation solutions and services for machine and factory applications across industries such as consumer-packaged goods, printing, life sciences, plastics, energy and maritime. With its B&R's product portfolio, the division delivers integrated control and software, motion control, mechatronics, and machine automation technologies designed to simplify processes and optimize factory operations.

Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world.

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