ABB is looking for a person to lead our Information System (IS) Area as IS Country Manager

ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. The company’s solutions connect engineering know-how and software to optimize how things are manufactured, moved, powered and operated. Building on more than 140 years of excellence, ABB’s 105,000 employees are committed to driving innovations that accelerate industrial transformation.

We are now looking for a person to lead our Information System (IS) Area as IS Country Manager.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual to lead our local IS Solutions team in providing cutting-edge information systems and services to our defined geographic area. As the IS Country Manager you will play a pivotal role in driving efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance within our IS organization while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Your responsibilities

IS Delivery:

• Implement ABB IS and BA IS Strategies and Architecture within the designated area of responsibility;
• Analyze, recommend, and deliver specific systems or projects to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and operational functionality;
• Collaborate with global and local IS teams to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of projects and services;
• Ensure adherence to global strategy and architecture while supporting local business needs.

People Leadership:

• Manage individuals and teams according to the IS governance framework;
• Develop the local IS organization to meet strategic needs and promote continuous improvement;
• Provide support, guidance, and mentorship to team members to foster an innovative work culture.

Communication and Stakeholder Management:

• Manage relationships with stakeholders to capture demands, resolve issues, and manage expectations;
• Drive effective IS communications to local end-users and support change management initiatives.

Continuous Improvement and Performance Management:

• Drive continuous improvement of local IS processes based on feedback, surveys, and business demands;
• Partner with Local IS Division managers to align business demands with IS solutions;
• Monitor IS performance and set performance targets to ensure optimum performance.

Governance, Risk, and Compliance:

• Lead local IS council and ensure joint governance with representatives from local divisions and IS teams;
• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements, including ITGC, data privacy, and trade compliance;
• Contribute to effective risk management and mitigation strategies.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience in information systems management, preferably in a multinational corporation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements, including data privacy and trade regulations.

More about us

We encourage your personal development and will facilitate that you fulfill your own goals and ambitions. You will become part of an informal culture and future-oriented projects related to sustainable energy. With us, you get committed colleagues who live by our values: "Courage", "Care", "Curiosity" and "Collaboration". We offer flexible working hours, use of home office and obviously competitive conditions. In addition, we can offer company cabins, company sports teams, preventive health measures through the "Employee Assistant Program", comprehensive health insurance, an active women's network, full pay during parental leave, the Young in ABB network and financial support for gyms.

The position is located at our office in Fornebu.

For any questions regarding the position please contact Per-Morten Jensen, +47 908 80 639.

We look forward to receiving your application latest by 07.04.2024, upload via our job portal where you present yourself and your ambitions, your CV and other attachments such as transcripts, letter of recommendation etc. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.

Please note that in cooperation with Meditor Search we conduct a background screening on all candidates that receive an offer of employment in ABB Norway. This is to ensure best quality in our recruitment process, according with ABBs company policy.