Head of Business Development and Strategy

ABB • New Berlin, WI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world. This Position reports to: Local Division Manager Your role and responsibilities (Mandatory) We are seeking a Head of Strategy and Business Development for Business Line US in the Motion Drive Products Division in New Berlin, Wisconsin. This position offers career advancement in a global leader of LV Drives. You will work with the Business Line Head and Leadership Team to drive strategic growth in the U.S. market, as well as with the global Strategy team on topics of relevance to the global Division. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead the definition and continuous refinement of ABB’s strategy in collaboration with the ABB’s leadership team. Each day, you will act as a sparring partner for senior leadership on strategic topics. You will also showcase your expertise by leading business development projects and strategic planning. The work model for the role is: hybrid/remote This role is contributing to the Motion Drive Products division in New Berlin, WI . While a local candidate capable of working Hybrid is preferred, we will also consider Remote talent capable of traveling onsite as needed. You will be mainly accountable for: Develop, implement, and continuously refresh US Strategy Design and monitor the execution of strategic initiatives with Business Line LT Collaborating across Drive Products division globally to ensure alignment, efficiency, and effectiveness of Local Division US Strategy Accelerate the Business Line strategy through M&A. Manage the full M&A lifecycle – pipeline generation, outreach, target development, deal execution, and integration with support from relevant BL and global teams Build partnerships with US industrial start-ups and venture capital Support management in evaluating opportunities and leading special projects 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.

Requirements

• 10 years’ experience developing and executing business strategies in the electrification or automation industry
• Deep understanding of market needs, growth segments, value proposition development and operations
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in a technical or financial field
• Entrepreneurial, assertive, and influential across all levels
• Strong strategic, communication, and collaboration skills
• Agile and adaptable in various settings and cultures

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously refresh US Strategy
• Design and monitor the execution of strategic initiatives with Business Line LT
• Collaborating across Drive Products division globally to ensure alignment, efficiency, and effectiveness of Local Division US Strategy
• Accelerate the Business Line strategy through M&A. Manage the full M&A lifecycle – pipeline generation, outreach, target development, deal execution, and integration with support from relevant BL and global teams
• Build partnerships with US industrial start-ups and venture capital
• Support management in evaluating opportunities and leading special projects

Benefits

• While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $162,000 and $259,200 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.
• ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
• As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
• Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [email protected] . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees