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Head of Connected Manufacturing

Rockwell Automation
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Sep 08, 2025
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Mayfield Heights, Ohio, United States
Troy, Michigan, United States

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility -our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how thework we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

Position Overview:

At Rockwell, we are creating the future of manufacturing by combining the imagination of people with the power of next-generation technology.

We are delivering autonomous operations through our integrated and interoperable portfolio of hardware, software, data, and services.

As the Head of Connected Manufacturing, you will lead the growth, transformation, and operations of our Market-Leading Connected Manufacturing Software Portfolio (MES, QMS, and Edge).

As part of our Software & Control Business Unit, you'll report to the Vice President, MES and you'll be responsible for a global team of Product Managers & Business analysts as we continue to deliver high ARR growth across our software portfolio spanning multiple industries and domains by codifying compelling strategies and investment plans, that translate into business results.

Your Responsibilities:

You'll drive strategic growth of our Connected Manufacturing Portfolio and:

  • Recruit, develop, and empower a team of global product managers & business analysts across MES, QMS, and supporting functions
  • Develop the next generation of Product Managers & People Leaders
  • Be a culture enhancer & lead with purpose, stewardship, and urgency
  • Lead with empathy and drive strong team engagement and alignment to the strategy
  • Develop 5-year strategies and investment plans behind our broader portfolio strategy
  • Prioritize resources & investments to achieve our our goals
  • Lead the execution of the team's work, prioritizing and managing trade-offs & dependencies across stakeholder groups.
  • Drive innovation into our product and processes
  • Be the Connective Tissue and build alignment and partnerships internally and externally
  • Owning the Global P&L

The Essentials - You Will Have:

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience
  • Legal authorization to work in the US is required- we will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, not now or in the future, for this job opening
  • Ability to travel, including internationally, up to 35% of time.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

  • Typically requires 8+ years leadership experience in Manufacturing Software, Services, or other complementary domains
  • Experience leading Global Teams
  • Demonstrated experience growing and transforming a SaaS Portfolio, Product Line or business
  • Demonstrated P+L experience
  • Demonstrated experience bringing new products, capabilities, and Suites to market
  • Demonstrated experience in portfolio management and investments
  • Experience in SaaS software in regulated industries or other manufacturing environments

What We Offer:

  • Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k
  • Paid Time off
  • Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
  • To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

Rockwell Automation's hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.

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