Traction Service Manager

About the role

ABB is looking for a Traction Service Manager in Madrid who will manage the traction services business at local level. The role reports to the Marketing & Sales Manager and holds full accountability for the unit's operational, commercial and financial objectives, including its profit and loss (P&L). The work arrangement is hybrid.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate local traction services operations, ensuring safe, efficient and profitable execution of service projects and contracts.
• Drive operational excellence by meeting quality, productivity, safety and delivery targets, and implement continuous improvement.
• Plan resources and workloads and deploy technical capabilities effectively.
• Grow the services business by increasing sales of maintenance contracts, spare parts, repairs, upgrades and modernization solutions.
• Identify new business opportunities, expand local market presence and build strong relationships with key customers.
• Lead the preparation and negotiation of commercial proposals and contribute to pricing strategies and sales planning.
• Manage the unit's P&L, including budgeting, forecasting, financial monitoring and corrective actions.
• Lead, develop and motivate the local team and ensure the right technical and commercial capabilities.

Required profile

• University degree in Engineering, Business Administration or a related field.
• Proven experience in industrial services management, railway maintenance, electrification or related sectors.
• Fluent English and Spanish, with strong leadership, strategic thinking, decision-making and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage operations.
• Solid experience in business development, sales, customer relationship management and commercial negotiations.

Required skills

• Strong financial acumen, including P&L management, budgeting and business performance analysis.
• Customer orientation and results-driven approach.

What we offer

• Collective insurance coverage in Spain (life, accident and travel assistance).
• Lunch allowance or cantine access depending on location.
• Flexible remote work options and employee parking.
• Employee benefits platform with discounts on tech and travel.
• Share acquisition plan and learning and training opportunities.
• Career advancement through the internal open job market.
• Wellbeing program covering mental health support and wellness activities.