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Your role and responsibilities

In this key leadership role, you will have the opportunity to adapt and implement sales support strategy for our Motion High Power (System Drives) area in accordance with the global support strategy. Each day, you will ensure technical and commercial support for internal and external customers. You will also showcase your expertise by overseeing estimations, bids, and proposals ensuring alignment with ABB standards, strategies and targets.

The work model for the role is: hybrid

This role is contributing to the Motion High Power division in Canada.

You will be mainly accountable for:

Lead the local tendering team to ensure delivery of high-quality bid submissions. Foster team growth through targeted training and mentoring initiatives.

Ensure high-quality, competitive bids by overseeing proposal preparation, risk reviews, bid/no-bid decisions, and validation of commercial, technical, and legal terms.

Foster customer satisfaction and team performance through effective resource allocation, KPI monitoring, training, and the development of sustainable customer relationships.

Overseeing the validation of terms and conditions (commercial, technical, legal, and pricing) in each offer; and supporting bid/no bid analyses and decisions.

Participating in project risk review processes; and ensuring the required technical support and clarifications are provided to the Sales organizations during technical meetings, product presentations, and negotiations with customers.

Drive operational excellence by leading digital transformation initiatives, automating repetitive tasks, and continuously improving tendering and sales support processes.

You will join a dynamic, talented and high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications for the role

Experienced Leader in Sales & Management: Over 10 years of experience in sales, sales support, and management within the System Drives & Packaging sector (LV and MV Drives), with strong technical knowledge of large variable speed drive systems and their integration into electrical environments.

Customer-Focused and Results-Driven: Demonstrates a customer-centric and quality-driven mindset, with proven expertise in sales support, quality assurance, customer satisfaction, and governance, along with strong time management abilities.

Strategic and Mobile Professional: Skilled in commercial and legal negotiations, forecasting, and resource planning; open to travel 20–30% as required.

 French is required. English is also required to communicate with customers outside Quebec on a regular basis. 

About ABB Motion
ABB Motion is a global leader in motors, drives, and integrated digital powertrain solutions, driving the transformation toward a more productive and sustainable future. With a strong focus on innovation, ABB Motion helps customers improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and enhance operational performance across industries.

The Motion High Power Division specializes in large-scale variable speed drive systems and high-power motors, delivering advanced solutions for demanding industrial applications. By combining deep technical expertise with a commitment to digitalization and sustainability, the division plays a key role in enabling energy-efficient operations and supporting the global shift toward decarbonization.

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we believe in an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to ensuring that our policies and practices align with the Employment Equity Program, aiming for a workforce that is truly representative of the four designated groups:

Women

Indigenous peoples

Members of visible minorities

Persons with disabilities

ABB is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities and encourages candidates to self-identify during the application process.