Segment Marketing Director (m/w/d)

Marketing, Media & Creative · Marketing & Advertising · Marketing Strategy · Product Marketing

In short

As Segment Marketing Director for Motion Control, you will lead the global marketing strategy for B2B product portfolios within Factory Automation industries. You will identify growth opportunities, develop go-to-market strategies, and lead the Motion Control Segment Marketing team to drive sustainable growth. This role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record and a deep understanding of markets, customers, and technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead the segment marketing strategy for the global Motion Control business.
  • Build a robust market intelligence capability.
  • Lead market and growth inputs into SBU strategic planning.
  • Lead go-to-market strategies for new product launches and growth programs.
  • Guide positioning, value propositions, messaging, and pricing strategies.
  • Partner with Product Management and Engineering on future product opportunities.
  • Partner with Sales and Marketing Communications on customer engagement and demand generation.
  • Identify portfolio whitespace and adjacent market opportunities.
  • Establish KPIs and operating rhythms to measure effectiveness.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the Motion Control Segment Marketing team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or a related field
  • Relevant professional and leadership experience
  • Demonstrated experience developing market strategies and translating insights into growth opportunities
  • Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, domestically and internationally

Desired Qualifications

  • MBA or other advanced degree
  • 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
  • Experience in factory automation, motion control, or related industrial technology markets
  • Experience developing growth strategies and commercializing products or solutions in complex B2B markets
  • Understanding of global sales channels, OEMs, distributors, and other routes to market within factory automation.

Benefits

  • Prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow.
  • Foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives.
  • Commitment to ongoing career development and building an inclusive culture.
  • Support through mentorship, training, or development opportunities.
  • Investment in your success so you can make a meaningful impact.
  • Equitable opportunities.
  • Celebrate diversity.
  • Embrace challenges with confidence.
#Marketing#Motion Control#Factory Automation#B2B#Product Management#Sales#Engineering#Leadership
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Company

Emerson

Job Posted

3 days ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Work mode

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

Laatzen, Germany

Qualification

Bachelor, Master, Doctoral

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