Nidec Traction
Job Summary
The General Manager for the Americas region will serve as the P&L leader. This executive role is responsible for driving regional market development, sales growth, and strategic execution aligned with global objectives. The GM will oversee all commercial operations, customer relationships, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure profitability, market share expansion, and operational excellence. Job Description
SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Develop, lead and execute regional business strategies to drive sustainable growth and market expansion Own full P&L responsibility for the Americas, delivering revenue, margin, and profitability targets Develop and manage annual budgets in alignment with Nidec’s financial and operational standards Drive accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts in coordination with global financial planning Adapt global strategies to local market dynamics and customer needs to identify and capture new business opportunities Define and implement effective sales and go-to-market strategies aligned with long-term growth objectives Optimize cost structures and pricing strategies to enhance competitiveness and profitability Analyze market trends and competitive landscape; collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen product and service offerings Build and maintain strategic relationships with key customers and suppliers to support long-term growth Ensure excellence in project execution, service delivery, and customer engagement across the region Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing, cross-functional team across sales, marketing, engineering, and support functions ensuring alignment with overall business objectives Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements at all regional locations Required Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor of Business Administration, Management, or Engineering or equivalent as required. An electric motor or electronics major is preferred, and an MBA is a plus 15+ years of experience in industrial products/solutions to clients in the Americas, including at least 3 years in a P&L leader role Proven experience managing a full P&L in a regional or business unit leadership role Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and customer-centric mindset Strong presentation and customer interface capabilities Skilled negotiator and trusted advisor in customer engagements Experience managing cross-functional and multicultural teams Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to allocate resources effectively Effective leadership skills, including team building, coaching, and motivation Travel up to 50% required Languages
English mandatory. Other language skills are helpful. Seniority level
Executive Employment type
Full-time Job function
Manufacturing and Engineering Industries
Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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The General Manager for the Americas region will serve as the P&L leader. This executive role is responsible for driving regional market development, sales growth, and strategic execution aligned with global objectives. The GM will oversee all commercial operations, customer relationships, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure profitability, market share expansion, and operational excellence. Job Description
SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Develop, lead and execute regional business strategies to drive sustainable growth and market expansion Own full P&L responsibility for the Americas, delivering revenue, margin, and profitability targets Develop and manage annual budgets in alignment with Nidec’s financial and operational standards Drive accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts in coordination with global financial planning Adapt global strategies to local market dynamics and customer needs to identify and capture new business opportunities Define and implement effective sales and go-to-market strategies aligned with long-term growth objectives Optimize cost structures and pricing strategies to enhance competitiveness and profitability Analyze market trends and competitive landscape; collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen product and service offerings Build and maintain strategic relationships with key customers and suppliers to support long-term growth Ensure excellence in project execution, service delivery, and customer engagement across the region Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing, cross-functional team across sales, marketing, engineering, and support functions ensuring alignment with overall business objectives Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements at all regional locations Required Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor of Business Administration, Management, or Engineering or equivalent as required. An electric motor or electronics major is preferred, and an MBA is a plus 15+ years of experience in industrial products/solutions to clients in the Americas, including at least 3 years in a P&L leader role Proven experience managing a full P&L in a regional or business unit leadership role Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and customer-centric mindset Strong presentation and customer interface capabilities Skilled negotiator and trusted advisor in customer engagements Experience managing cross-functional and multicultural teams Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to allocate resources effectively Effective leadership skills, including team building, coaching, and motivation Travel up to 50% required Languages
English mandatory. Other language skills are helpful. Seniority level
Executive Employment type
Full-time Job function
Manufacturing and Engineering Industries
Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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