Chief Information Officer - Electrification Installation Products

ABB Inc.; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 205,000 - 343,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Chief Information Officer, where you will lead strategic initiatives and manage a talented team. This role offers the chance to influence technology roadmaps and drive efficiency across projects. With a hybrid work model available, you will collaborate with diverse teams while ensuring adherence to safety and integrity standards. If you are passionate about leadership and innovation in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience in a global, cross-cultural environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing activities within complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team, overseeing project development and execution.
• Drive strategy and objectives in alignment with division goals.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Planning Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Chief Information Officer - Electrification Installation Products

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.

Reporting Line

This position reports to the Business Chief Financial Officer.

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead and manage a team or department, overseeing the development, implementation, and execution of projects within your area of responsibility. You will be accountable for delivering solutions and enhancements, creating technology roadmaps that align organizational plans with emerging technologies. Additionally, you will showcase your expertise by ensuring efficient service capabilities.

The work model for this role is hybrid for those based in Cary, NC, while remote work is available for all other locations. This role reports directly to the Division Chief Financial Officer.

You will be accountable for:

1. Strategy and Leadership: Sets, develops, and leads strategy, objectives, and targets in alignment with division strategy. Drives end-to-end service provision and consults with senior management.
2. Collaboration and Accountability: Collaborates with Business area IS function, division business team, and 3rd Party IS Suppliers. Accountable for delivering business processes/projects for improved efficiency and effectiveness.
3. IS Solution Delivery: Ensures delivery of IS solutions/services within budget and time schedule. Manages interfaces between IS teams and ensures adherence to SLAs.
4. Project Leadership: Leads significant projects, solves critical functional problems, prepares annual budgets, and monitors function-related costs across countries.
5. Organizational Structure: Defines organizational structure to support division strategy, drives behavioral change, and facilitates sharing of best practices for consistent support.
6. Stakeholder Management: Increases satisfaction with IS services, manages relationships with senior stakeholders, and aligns IS operations with division goals.
7. Team Development: Organizes, staffs, and directs the area of responsibility. Guides, motivates, and develops subordinates within HR policies, demonstrating strong leadership.
8. Safety and Integrity: Ensures employees understand and act according to safety and integrity standards. Provides risk management advice to senior management.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of professional experience, ideally in a global, cross-cultural, and cross-functional work environment.
• Outstanding leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent Project Management skills with demonstrated experience managing activities within complex environments and matrix organizations.
• Proven organizational and planning skills with attention to detail, high self-motivation, and the ability to work independently in a fast-changing industry.

More about us

ABB Installation Products Division (formerly Thomas & Betts) helps manage the connection, protection, and distribution of electrical power from source to socket. The Division's products are engineered to provide ease of installation and perform in demanding and harsh conditions, ensuring safety and continuous operation for utilities, businesses, and people worldwide. Our product segments include electrical junction boxes, commercial fittings, strut and cable tray systems, and solutions for medium-voltage applications under marquee brands such as Elastimold, Homac, and Hi-Tech Valiant.

We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Apply today for your next career step within ABB and learn more at www.abb.com.

We look forward to receiving your application. For more information about ABB, visit our website.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer promoting diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. For more rights information, visit the EEOC and DOL websites. Applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan or reasonable accommodations by contacting ABB HR.

The position offers an annual salary range of $205,500 to $342,500, plus eligibility for incentive plans and bonuses.