It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
Position mission:
The leader of the Access Product Line will embark on shaping the strategic vision for the product line, aligning it with broader company objectives while spearheading innovation and the optimization of the product portfolio to adeptly respond to market demands. · Assuming full responsibility for the Product Line’s P&L, focusing on operating margin and EBIT for allocated sites. · Directing the planning, execution, and accountability measures for the Product Line’s strategic, tactical, and annual planning (STRAP) and budget, focusing on critical areas such as order intake, sales, delivery, profitability, and cash flow. · Directing product strategy from conceptualization to market launch, encompassing product management, design, and development to ensure market competitiveness. · Managing the IMS, which includes the Quality Management System, Quality Assurance, and Environmental, EHS standards, upholding product integrity and compliance. · Leading the advancement of operations footprints toward smart, lean, and environmentally sustainable manufacturing practices. · Overseeing the management and development of talent within the Product Line, prioritizing the growth of high-potential individuals and efficient resource allocation.
Key responsibilities in more detail
· Building and propelling the strategic plan and annual financial budget for the Product Line. · Validating the Sales and Orders forecasts for the Product Line and ensuring the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning is aligned with operational capabilities across sites and regions. · Fostering the development of competitive products that incorporate customer service and aftermarket considerations within the Product Management process, and approving product and R&D plans. · Initiating and driving OE solution development, business development, and tendering processes, while expanding aftermarket sales. · Challenging and guiding Operations to refine Product Line development costs and TMC. · Coordinating the functional areas within the Product Line - Sales, Engineering, Sourcing, Quality Assurance, Product Management, and Local Sourcing - to align with the Transit segment’s overarching strategy and processes. · Acting as a primary escalation point for Product Line customers, cultivating close relationships, and forging strategic partnerships, including with external Partners.
· Assuming accountability for the Product Line's P&L outcomes, focusing on Operating Margin and EBIT for allocated sites, as well as overseeing operational performance. This includes making decisions on Make or Buy, Time of Payment/Time of Transfer, and localization strategies in collaboration with Operations and assigned Operating Units (if applicable).
Who are we?
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com
Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.