The OpportunityWe are seeking a
Regional Innovation Hub Manager - Americas to lead the development and execution of our Innovation Hub strategy across the region.
This is a high-impact, build-and-scale leadership role focused on transforming how Seco delivers end-to-end manufacturing solutions in the Americas. You will play a critical role in accelerating growth, strengthening customer engagement, and enabling a scalable, digital-first way of working aligned with our 2030 strategic ambitions.
Operating in a highly matrixed environment, you will connect sales, business development, engineering, and innovation teams-turning complex customer challenges into integrated, high-value solutions.
What You Will DoThis role combines strategy, execution, and leadership-requiring both a big-picture mindset and the ability to deliver tangible results.
- Shape and execute strategy
Lead the regional Innovation Hub strategy, translating global direction into a scalable operating model that drives end-to-end, solution-based engagement. - Build and lead capability
Coordinate Innovation Hub and project engineering activities, establishing effective delivery models and laying the foundation for future team and capability growth. - Drive growth and market impact
Identify and develop new business opportunities, strengthen presence in key growth segments, and deliver measurable impact across revenue, pipeline, and customer adoption. - Enable collaboration and partnerships
Build strong internal and external partnerships-including customers and technology partners-and drive alignment across Sales, Business Development, Engineering, and Offer & Innovation. - Scale ways of working
Optimize resource utilization across regional and global teams while driving consistency, efficiency, and continuous improvement in delivery. - Lead through influence
Operate effectively in a matrixed environment, aligning diverse stakeholders and driving cross-functional execution without relying solely on direct authority.
What You BringYou combine technical and commercial expertise with strong leadership capability and a passion for driving change.
- Experience
- 7+ years within metal cutting, manufacturing, or industrial solutions
- Proven success in solution-based / consultative selling environments
- Strong understanding of machining processes and customer manufacturing needs
- Leadership & Impact
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including direct leadership and leading through influence
- Ability to operate and deliver in complex, matrixed organizations
- Track record of translating strategy into execution and delivering measurable results
- Professional Strengths
- Strong business acumen and customer focus
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to build partnerships and drive alignment across functions
- Education (preferred)
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field
- Mobility
- Willingness to travel regionally (~30-50%)
Location & Work Model- Based near the future Innovation Hub facility in the Charlotte, NC region
- High on-site presence expected once operational
- Regional and some global travel required
Why This Role MattersThis is a unique opportunity to build and scale a critical capability in the Americas at a time of transformation.
In this role, you will:
- Directly contribute to Seco's 2030 growth and innovation strategy
- Help shape how we deliver end-to-end manufacturing solutions to customers
- Work across a global network with strong visibility to senior leadership
- Be part of a shift toward more collaborative, digital, and innovation-driven ways of working
What We OfferWe invest in our people and support both professional and personal wellbeing.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- 401(k) with up to 8% company match
- Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Company car, laptop, phone, and tools to succeed
- Tuition reimbursement and paid volunteer time
- Wellness programs and employee referral bonus
Our CultureOur values guide how we work every day:
We Win Together - We Stay Curious - We Act Responsibly - We Put Customers at the CenterWe are committed to creating an inclusive environment where individuals can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.
Apply NowSubmit your application through the Sandvik internal or external career portal.
(Please note: applications via email are not accepted.)
