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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:
Easter Europe Cluster Manager

We are looking for a manager to lead end-to-end operations for the Robotics Eastern Europe cluster within BL Industries & Automotive, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of customer solutions aligned with the global BL strategy.

Your responsibilites

• Lead and optimize project resources across Eastern Europe (engineering, project management, SCM) to deliver customer-focused solutions.
• Drive project business in smaller EE countries in line with the global go-to-market strategy.
• Implement the cluster operational strategy and ensure engineering efficiency using global delivery centers (GSCs, INOPC, EDP).
• Evaluate market opportunities and coordinate activities across Local Businesses.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with global targets and monitor performance.
• Manage the annual operations budget, cost control, and resource utilization across countries.
• Ensure high operational performance through strong collaboration with local and global BL and Division teams.
• Build customer-oriented processes to meet quality, service, and lead-time expectations.
• Allocate project resources across local segments and support Sales with operational expertise.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and integrity standards.
• Lead, develop, and motivate direct and indirect teams in cooperation with HR.

Model of work: hybrid

What you bring

• University degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical/Electronics, Control & Automation, or Industrial Engineering.
• Strong management experience (min. 10 years) in operations and project management within industrial or automation environments.
• AJ - C1, Slovak - nice to have
• Experience working in a large, multicultural organization.
• Solid financial and budgeting understanding.
• Strong customer focus and collaborative mindset.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Strong communication, influencing, coaching, and leadership skills.

What we offer


From everyday comfort to long-term stability - ABB Robotics provides benefits that support every stage of your career.

• Flexible working hours
• Home Office
• Company car for private use
• Attractive performance-based bonus
• Contribution to supplementary pension savings (3rd pillar)
• Occasional home office
• Parental bonus
• Loyalty bonus
• Cafeteria system
• Meal contribution above the legal minimum
• Extra days off
• Professional development
• Team events
• Fruit at the workplace
• Work with cutting-edge technologies

Salary:
5100 EUR/month + variable component
The listed salary is the minimum guaranteed base salary for this position. The final amount will be adjusted according to your expertise, skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

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