Business Development Manager Robotics - Automotive Body Solutions

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 role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we've announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you'll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics-working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to: Global Sales & Marketing Manager, Robotics, Automotive

In this role, you will drive the global growth and market development of the Automotive Body Solutions portfolio within the Robotics business. You will identify new business opportunities, strengthen market presence, and support the execution of strategic initiatives that enable sustainable and profitable growth, supporting advanced robotic applications in body-in-white manufacturing and vehicle assembly.

Working closely with Global Sales, Global Solution Centers, Marketing, and Solution Development, you will help shape the future of the Automotive Body Solutions portfolio by translating market insights into impactful business strategies and customer value.

The work model for the role is: hybrid; #LI-Hybrid

The preferred location is in Europe or Shanghai, China.

Your responsibilities:

• Global Growth Strategy & Business Development: Develop and execute the global growth strategy for the Automotive Body Solutions portfolio, ensuring alignment with the overall company strategy and defined business targets.
• Portfolio Management & Market Intelligence: Forecast market trends, identify new opportunities, and drive active portfolio management in collaboration with Global Solution Centers to support long-term business growth.
• Sales Enablement & Performance Management: Define and monitor KPIs for existing and new solutions, supporting pipeline development, upselling, and cross-selling initiatives in partnership with Global Sales and Marketing teams.
• Customer & Partner Ecosystem Development: Build and strengthen strategic alliances with customers and partners to expand market reach and support growth in emerging and new markets.
• Marketing & Launch Execution: Support the execution of product launches, customer events, and promotional initiatives while contributing to marketing activities that promote Automotive Body solutions globally.

Your background:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field with 10+ years of experience in business development, product or solution marketing, international sales, or portfolio management; experience in robotics or the automotive sector is a strong plus.
• Strong expertise in business strategy and portfolio management, with the ability to identify and drive new opportunities, partnerships, and business models across global markets.
• Advanced market intelligence capabilities with the ability to translate industry trends into actionable strategies and value propositions.
• Experience developing marketing and promotional initiatives and managing KPIs related to pipeline growth, sales wins, account penetration, and new solution launches.
• Strategic mindset with strong execution skills, excellent collaboration abilities, and a well-organized approach to meeting deadlines.
• Strong IT proficiency, particularly with analytics and CRM tools, willingness to travel frequently, and a strong commitment to ethical principles and integrity.

What's in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

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