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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.\nThis Position reports to:\nGlobal Division ControllerYour role and responsibilities\nIn this role, you will have the opportunity to define, develop, and lead the global data strategy for Energy Industries, establishing the governance, standards, capabilities, and operating model required to turn data into a trusted and scalable business asset. You will oversee the development and effective use of data across the organization, including data governance, master data, data quality, architecture, ownership, and lifecycle management. You will work closely with business and functional leaders to ensure that our data foundations support operational excellence, digital transformation, advanced analytics, and the rapidly growing use of AI.\nThe work model for the role is: Hybrid.\nThis role is contributing globally to ABB Energy Industries. Main stakeholders include Division and Business Line leadership, Finance, Operations, Sales, Service, Digital, IS/IT, Data & Analytics, AI teams, and relevant Business Area and ABB Group functions.\nYou will be mainly accountable for:\nDefining and driving the global data strategy, governance framework, standards, ownership model, and implementation roadmap in close alignment with business priorities and ABB-wide data principles.\nEstablishing strong data foundations across master data, data quality, architecture, accessibility, and lifecycle management, with clear accountability and measurable performance.\nPartnering with business functions, technology teams, and Data/AI stakeholders to enable trusted, scalable data for business processes, analytics, automation, and AI use cases.\nDriving implementation and adoption across the organization, monitoring progress and compliance, resolving cross-functional issues, and representing Energy Industries in relevant data governance forums.\nQualifications for the role\nYou have extensive experience in enterprise data management, including data strategy, governance, master data management, data quality, architecture, and data lifecycle management in a complex global organization.\nYou have a demonstrated track record of developing and implementing enterprise-wide data strategies and governance models, translating strategic objectives into pragmatic execution roadmaps and measurable business outcomes.\nYou possess strong knowledge of modern data architectures, data platforms, analytics, and emerging AI technologies, with a clear understanding of the data foundations required to scale analytics, automation, and AI.\nYou have proven experience working across business and technology functions and influencing senior stakeholders in a global, matrixed organization without relying solely on direct organizational authority.\nYou combine strategic thinking with a strong execution mindset and are passionate about improving data quality, ownership, transparency, and the practical use of data to create business value.\nYou hold a university degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, or a related discipline, combined with significant relevant professional experience.\nYou are at ease communicating in English in an international environment and can translate complex data and technology topics into clear business language.\nWhat's in it for you?\nPlay a key role in shaping the global data foundation for one of ABB's major industrial businesses.\nBuild the capabilities that enable the next generation of analytics, automation, and AI-driven business solutions.\nWork directly with senior business and functional leaders across a global organization.\nCombine strategy with tangible execution and measurable business impact.\nMore about us\nABB Energy Industries enables safe, smart, and sustainable projects and operations for businesses across the energy sector. By integrating automation, electrification, digitalization, and advanced technologies, we help customers improve operational performance while navigating the energy transition.\nThe Global Data function provides the strategy, governance, standards, and capabilities required to establish trusted, accessible, and well-managed data across Energy Industries. Working across businesses and functions, the team enables data-driven decision-making, operational excellence, advanced analytics, automation, and AI at scale.\nBuilding a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.\nReady to make an impact? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.\nRecruitment Fraud Warning\nABB never asks for payment from job applicants. 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