Remote-Ready Strategic Segment Lead — Industrial Automation

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 98,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, part of ITW, is seeking a Segment Manager to shape growth strategy for industrial equipment and automation. The role emphasizes identifying unmet needs, market sizing, and portfolio prioritization across global regions, with potential for remote work for the right candidate.

The position requires strong analytical and cross-functional leadership, influencing without direct authority, and translating insights into actionable go-to-market decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5–10 years in strategic marketing, segment management, market research, or business development.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, welding, automation, or related markets preferred.
• Travel up to 50% (domestic and international).
• Proven success in market or segment strategy, portfolio prioritization, or new market entry.

Responsibilities

• Define where to play, how to win, and which opportunities to pursue.
• Build business cases and map markets for growth globally.
• Collaborate with Strategic Marketing, Product Management, Engineering, Sales, and leadership to align on market direction.
• Translate insights into go-to-market and development opportunities for decision-making.

Skills

Strategic marketing

Segment management

Market research

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or related technical field

Job description

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, part of ITW, is seeking a Segment Manager to shape growth strategy for industrial equipment and automation. The role emphasizes identifying unmet needs, market sizing, and portfolio prioritization across global regions, with potential for remote work for the right candidate.

The position requires strong analytical and cross-functional leadership, influencing without direct authority, and translating insights into actionable go-to-market decisions.