Global Operations Manager (Solutions) (80 - 100%)
ABB
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General ManagementGlobal Operations Manager (Solutions) (80 - 100%)
At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. Write the next chapter of your ABB story.
This position reports to
Head of Solution Execution Centers
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will oversee all aspects of operations for a local solutions unit, covering the full spectrum of functions: Project Management & Control, Project Engineering, Manufacturing, Production Engineering, Maintenance, Procurement, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Logistics, Planning, and Fulfillment. You will ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and integrity policies and standards across all operational activities. Additionally, you will take responsibility for coordinating Global Customer Account project execution, addressing quality issues, and ensuring timely and effective resolutions to support customer satisfaction and operational excellence. The work model for the role is: Hybrid This role is contributing to the Sales and Solutions Operational efficiency globally. Main stakeholders are Solutions units, GAMs and Solutions Development team. You will be mainly accountable for: • Delivering overseen global organization-level Operational KPIs • Developing business action plans for the unit(s) aligned with Global Solutions Centers and Sales and Solutions Business Line strategy and targets. Monitoring implementation and tracking any deviations for corrective action. • Accountable for a sustainable and effective E2E value-chain in BL Sales and Solutions, from Customer to Supplier and from Order to Delivery (Products, Projects & for project execution from order to service.) • Responsible to implement and sponsor Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) and all other business compliance standards and regulations across functions of BL Sales and Solutions, including Site management • Developing programs, projects, goals, and metrics to lead the organization to the highest level of operational performance • Ensuring that the organization takes into account an overall value chain perspective to meet customer expectations as per agreed quality, service levels, and lead time.
Qualifications for the role
More about us
ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium-voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability™ enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets. We value people from different backgrounds. The recruitment is led by Stephan Himmel, Talent Partner ABB Switzerland, Ltd. Apply today for your next career step within ABB and visit www.abb.com to learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory
At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. Write the next chapter of your ABB story.
This position reports to
Head of Solution Execution Centers
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will oversee all aspects of operations for a local solutions unit, covering the full spectrum of functions: Project Management & Control, Project Engineering, Manufacturing, Production Engineering, Maintenance, Procurement, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Logistics, Planning, and Fulfillment. You will ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and integrity policies and standards across all operational activities. Additionally, you will take responsibility for coordinating Global Customer Account project execution, addressing quality issues, and ensuring timely and effective resolutions to support customer satisfaction and operational excellence. The work model for the role is: Hybrid This role is contributing to the Sales and Solutions Operational efficiency globally. Main stakeholders are Solutions units, GAMs and Solutions Development team. You will be mainly accountable for: • Delivering overseen global organization-level Operational KPIs • Developing business action plans for the unit(s) aligned with Global Solutions Centers and Sales and Solutions Business Line strategy and targets. Monitoring implementation and tracking any deviations for corrective action. • Accountable for a sustainable and effective E2E value-chain in BL Sales and Solutions, from Customer to Supplier and from Order to Delivery (Products, Projects & for project execution from order to service.) • Responsible to implement and sponsor Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) and all other business compliance standards and regulations across functions of BL Sales and Solutions, including Site management • Developing programs, projects, goals, and metrics to lead the organization to the highest level of operational performance • Ensuring that the organization takes into account an overall value chain perspective to meet customer expectations as per agreed quality, service levels, and lead time.
Qualifications for the role
- Over 10 years of experience in operational roles, including Project Management, Engineering, and Manufacturing.
- Driven by a passion for continuous improvement and a strong commitment to enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Proven expertise in managing cross-functional teams across different countries, fostering collaboration in diverse cultural environments.
- Financially astute, with a comprehensive understanding of business complexities, including markets, customer needs, product portfolios, and execution strategies.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to integrity, safety, compliance, and sustainability in all aspects of work.
- Fluent in English, with solid proficiency in an additional language.
More about us
ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium-voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability™ enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets. We value people from different backgrounds. The recruitment is led by Stephan Himmel, Talent Partner ABB Switzerland, Ltd. Apply today for your next career step within ABB and visit www.abb.com to learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory
JOB SUMMARY
Global Operations Manager (Solutions) (80 - 100%)
ABB
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9 days ago
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Full-time
Global Operations Manager (Solutions) (80 - 100%)