Segment Marketing Director (Motion Control)

Emerson; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 168,000 - 241,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a strategic Segment Marketing Director for Motion Control to lead global marketing strategy, guide growth initiatives, and partner with Sales, Product Management, and Engineering. You will shape the market, define go-to-market plans, and develop a high-performing marketing team.

The role demands strong leadership, market insight, and a track record in B2B segments. You will influence strategic priorities across industries like factory automation, electronics, automotive, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Marketing, Business, Engineering, or related field) or equivalent.
• Demonstrated leadership experience at or above director level.
• Proven track record developing market strategies and translating insights into growth opportunities.
• Ability to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the segment marketing strategy for the global Motion Control business.
• Build market intelligence including market sizing, segmentation, and competitive analysis.
• Inform SBU strategic planning with market and growth inputs.
• Lead go-to-market strategies for new product launches and growth programs.
• Define positioning, messaging, and pricing strategies to differentiate offerings.
• Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering to translate market needs into opportunities.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing Communications on engagement, demand generation, and enablement.
• Identify whitespace and potential partnerships or acquisitions for growth.
• Establish KPIs and operating rhythms to measure program effectiveness.
• Lead and develop the Motion Control Segment Marketing team for high performance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Market strategy development

B2B marketing

Cross-functional collaboration

Sales enablement

Education

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

MBA or other advanced degree

Job description

Are you a strategic leader with a proven track record of driving growth for complex, B2B product portfolios? If yes, we have an excellent opportunity for you!

As Segment Marketing Director for Motion Control, you will serve as a member of the Motion Control SBU Leadership Team, working alongside the other functional Directors to shape and bring to life the mission, vision, and strategy for the business.

You will lead Segment Marketing for the global Motion Control business, serving customers across key Factory Automation industries including machine builders, consumer electronics, packaging, transportation, automotive, medical automation, and other high-growth applications. Our portfolio spans motion control technologies including pneumatic motion, electric linear motion, handling, and related automation solutions.

Through a deep understanding of our markets, customers, technologies, competition, and emerging trends, you will help determine where we play, how we win, and where we invest for future growth. You will lead and develop the Motion Control Segment Marketing team and work closely with Sales, Product Management, Engineering, and Marketing Communications to turn strategy into action and deliver sustainable growth.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Develop and lead the segment marketing strategy for the global Motion Control business, identifying attractive industries, applications, technologies, and growth opportunities.
• Build a robust market intelligence capability, including market sizing, segmentation, customer insights, competitive analysis, and emerging market and technology trends.
• Lead the market and growth inputs into SBU strategic planning, helping inform priorities, investments, and resource allocation.
• Lead go-to-market strategies for new product launches and strategic growth programs, driving adoption and revenue growth.
• Guide positioning, value propositions, messaging, and pricing strategies to differentiate our portfolio and strengthen our market position.
• Partner with Product Management and Engineering to translate market needs, technology trends, and portfolio gaps into future product and solution opportunities.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing Communications on customer engagement, demand generation, sales enablement, and training strategies.
• Identify portfolio whitespace, adjacent market opportunities, and potential partnerships or acquisitions that support long-term growth.
• Establish KPIs and operating rhythms to measure the effectiveness of growth programs and commercialization efforts and adjust actions based on results.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Motion Control Segment Marketing team, building capabilities and a high-performing, collaborative culture.

Who You Are:

You understand how businesses and markets work and stay current on global market dynamics, competitive trends, technologies, and evolving customer needs. You use data, customer insights, and external perspectives to anticipate where markets are headed and identify opportunities for growth.

You are a strategic thinker who can make sense of complex information and translate it into clear choices, priorities, and actions. You build strong relationships with customers and industry partners and are willing to challenge existing assumptions when insights point to new opportunities.

You bring people together around a common mission and collaborate effectively across functions, cultures, and geographies. You value diverse perspectives, develop others, and empower teams to take ownership.

You balance long-term strategic thinking with a strong focus on results, persisting through obstacles to turn strategy into measurable business outcomes.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Relevant professional and leadership experience commensurate with the scope and level of the position
• Demonstrated experience developing market strategies and translating market and customer insights into growth opportunities
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, domestically and internationally
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• MBA or other advanced degree
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Experience in factory automation, motion control, or related industrial technology markets
• Experience developing growth strategies and commercializing products or solutions in complex B2B markets
• Understanding of global sales channels, OEMs, distributors, and other routes to market within factory automation. Our compensation philosophy is simple: We pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during the annual merit review process. The total target comp range for this position is 168,418-240,643 plus bonus annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility serious and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.