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

Abb Open · verified Oct 18, 2026
Skien Full-time Manager General Marketing

At a glance

Manager-level General Marketing role at Abb. Skien · full-time.

Pay not stated General Marketing salary

RoleGeneral Marketing
SeniorityManager
LocationSkien
EmploymentFull-time
PostedOct 15, 2026 · 3d ago
Role brief

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What you'll do

  • Set commercial direction by turning customer needs, market openings and business priorities into targets, resource choices and execution plans
  • Own results across order intake, margins, product mix, sales effectiveness and customer satisfaction
  • Build market and business development with local and regional sales teams and the global organization
  • Coordinate commercial, technical and delivery teams, keeping customer ownership clear from tender through shipment
  • Lead marketing and sales, order management and project management teams, developing leaders and strengthening team capability

What you bring

  • At least ten years in marketing, sales, sales operations or order management
  • A track record of creating market and business development strategies
  • Experience leading teams and managing stakeholders in international organizations
  • You need English; Norwegian is an advantage

Who this fits

This manager role suits someone ready to lead marketing and sales alongside order and project management teams. It is based in Skien, Norway. You will be part of the core management team and report to the Business Manager for Operations.

From the employer

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Business Manager - Operations

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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.


ABB er leverandør av samfunnskritisk infrastruktur. Personellsikkerhet er derfor viktig for ABB og våre kunder. I samarbeid med Meditor, gjennomfører ABB Norge bakgrunnssjekk av kandidater som mottar tilbud om ansettelse. Dette for å sikre overholdelse av ABBs retningslinjer for rekruttering og personellsikkerhet, samt overholdelse av lovkrav knyttet til handelssanksjoner. Kandidater vil bli bedt om å avgi relevant informasjon.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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