ABB Ltd

Regional Sales Manager - Traction - Americas

ABB Ltd$163K — $261K *
Transportation
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in technical and/or business discipline with 15+ years of direct sales and sales management experience.
  • Experience as an international Sales Manager in a Global Company.
  • Technical knowledge of Traction Products and Rail Applications.
  • Strong background in business development and account management.
  • Familiarity with contract negotiations and commercial/legal terms.
  • Exceptional communication skills in English with a focus on negotiation and customer satisfaction.
  • Understanding of market dynamics for Rolling Stock and Mobile e Power.

Responsibilities

  • Drive sales performance for the Traction Division and Mobile e Power across the Americas.
  • Manage all offers in the region, balancing contract risk and opportunity.
  • Support sales team and customers throughout the sales process.
  • Conduct market studies to identify customer needs and competitor offerings.
  • Capture early market opportunities through intelligence gathering.
  • Review sales performance and propose recovery plans for shortfalls.
  • Generate sales reports for production planning.

Benefits

  • Choice of medical and dental plans.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Paid parental leave and employee assistance programs.
  • 401k plan with company contributions and employee stock acquisition opportunities.
  • 11 paid holidays and a permissive vacation policy.
Full Job Description
This position reports to:
Marketing & Sales Manager

You will drive the sales performance of the Traction Division for Railway- as well as for the Mobile e Power for America, participating in sales strategy discussions, assigning goals and negotiating sales budgets and marketing plans.

In this role you are managing the sales team in the Americas Region, reporting directly to the Global Head of Sales Traction.

The work model for the role is: remote in the United States. This role requires 30% Travel in the United States, Mexico, South America and Canada.

Your role and responsibilities:
  • Responsible for Topline for all the Traction Business Lines
  • Take overall responsibility for all the offers in the region; Contract / Risk versus Opportunity, Project Calculation, market Pricing, profitable growth
  • Assisting the sales team and customers throughout the sales process
  • Identifying customer needs and competitors' offerings through market studies, ensuring that marketing is effective and that communications demonstrate the value proposition of products and services
  • Market intelligence, early identification and capturing of upcoming opportunities
  • Conducting sales performance reviews, proposing recovery plans for potential order shortfalls, and producing sales reports to assist in production planning


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.

Qualifications for the role:
  • Bachelor's degree in technical and/or business discipline and combined 15+ years of experience in direct sales and sales management positions.
  • Previous experience working as an international Sales Manager in a Global Company.
  • Technical knowledge of Traction Products and Systems and Rail Applications and projects.
  • Experience in business development, account management and cross-selling.
  • An understanding of contract negotiations, risk management, and commercial and legal terms.
  • Exceptional spoken and written communication skills in English, negotiating skills, a customer-focused mindset.
  • Market knowledge for Rolling Stock and/or Mobile e Power.
  • This role requires 30% domestic and international travel across the United States, Canada, Mexico and South America requiring a Valid US Drivers' License and US Passport.
  • Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Written and Verbal Communications skills in Spanish and French.
  • Experience with construction, mining, heavy vehicle and/or data center applications.


More about us

ABB Traction Division is a recognized leader in onboard propulsion technologies that drive innovation in rail, bus, and industrial vehicle electrification. A comprehensive range of high-performance and full lifecycle managed propulsion, auxiliary and energy storage solutions help improve energy efficiency and contribute to making transportation more sustainable.

What's in it for you

We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You'll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $163,500 and $261,600 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on "Candidate/Guest" to learn more

Health, Life & Disability
  • Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
  • Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
  • Vision benefit
  • Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
  • Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
  • Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
  • Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
  • Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
  • Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
  • Employee discount program


Retirement
  • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)


Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

About ABB Ltd

ABB Ltd is a Swiss multinational corporation that specializes in electrical equipment. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. ABB operates in a variety of industries, including power generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as automation and robotics. The company's products and services are used in a range of applications, from electric vehicles to renewable energy systems. ABB has a global presence, with operations in more than 100 countries. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact.
Learn more about ABB Ltd
Size
104,400 employees
Market Cap
$59.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$5.1 billion
Founded
1988
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$26.1 billion
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