Marketing & Sales Manager, Secondary Gas Insulated Switchgear Europe, ELDS

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Marketing & Sales Manager, Secondary Gas Insulated Switchgear Europe, ELDS

As Marketing & Sales Manager for Secondary Gas Insulated Switchgear in Europe you will play a key role in shaping business direction and performance as part of the core management team. You will lead the Marketing and Sales, Order Management and Project Management departments, driving profitable growth and creating strong alignment across commercial, technical and execution teams to deliver for customers.

Core responsibilities

• Shape business and commercial strategy, translating market opportunities, customer needs and business priorities into clear targets, resource priorities and execution plans.

• Owns commercial performance, including order intake, margin, portfolio mix, sales effectiveness and customer satisfaction.

• Drives markets and business development in collaboration with local and regional Front-End Sales units and the global organization.

• Leads cross-functional performance, aligning commercial, technical and execution teams around shared business and customer outcomes.

• Ensures strong end-to-end customer delivery, with clear governance and ownership from tendering and sales handover through execution and shipment.

• Applies order and project governance based on complexity, exposure and delivery risk.

• Develops leaders and team members, strengthens role clarity and builds competent, high-performing teams.

Qualifications for the role 

• Minimum 10 years of experience in marketing, sales, sales operations or order management

• Proven experience in developing market and business development strategies

• Master’s degree preferred, equivalent experience can compensate

• Demonstrated leadership experience, including leading teams and stakeholder management within international organizations

• English is required; Norwegian is preferred 

At ABB, you’re not just taking a job — you’re gaining an opportunity to grow. We place great emphasis on personal and career development, offering an inclusive and flexible work environment where you can thrive. We believe that diversity is key to creating innovative solutions!

With us, you will get:

• The opportunity to work in an international company with exciting challenges. 

• Focus on your personal development and career opportunities. 

• A supportive work environment with an emphasis on collaboration and diversity. 

• Competitive salary, along with comprehensive insurance and pension plans. 

• Access to on-site fitness facilities, corporate sports activities and company cabins. 

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. 

Application end-date: 05.11.2026

Location: Skien

For more information regarding the position, please contact Business Manager, Nicola Stucchi at +47 453 98 760.

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