What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Manager - Robotics position at Johnson Electric?
Join Our Team as a Business Development Manager at Johnson Electric!
Location: Vandalia, US
Travel: Frequent international travel, including to mainland China
As our next Business Development Manager, you’ll be instrumental in expanding our global customer base and product portfolio, particularly within the robotics industry. You’ll lead strategic planning, guide engineering development, and manage cross-functional teams to deliver innovative motion solutions.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com – We can’t wait to meet you!
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
Location: Vandalia, US
Travel: Frequent international travel, including to mainland China
As our next Business Development Manager, you’ll be instrumental in expanding our global customer base and product portfolio, particularly within the robotics industry. You’ll lead strategic planning, guide engineering development, and manage cross-functional teams to deliver innovative motion solutions.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary packages and comprehensive benefits that reward your hard work and dedication.
- Global Presence: Be part of a global company with diverse teams and the opportunity to work on international projects.
- Career Advancement: Clear career paths and opportunities for advancement within the company.
- Employee Well-being: Focus on employee health and well-being with various wellness programs and initiatives.
- Develop and drive commercial strategy for the robotics segment
- Lead pricing, service, and contract negotiations to secure profitable business
- Manage P&L for assigned customer accounts
- Consolidate product requirements and collaborate with engineering on roadmap execution
- Analyze market trends and present new product strategies to leadership
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships and networks
- Ensure consistent global pricing strategies and resolve cost-related issues
- Coordinate tooling and fixture schedules with internal and external teams
- Support margin adjustments and concessions to secure comprehensive business packages
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering disciplines
- Experience in the robotics or cobot industry, with strong product and market insights
- Background in motion/drive solution design and development
- Experience managing global customer accounts
- Engineering knowledge in micro-motors, sensors, actuators, or application engineering
- International work experience is a plus
- Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
- Fluent in English; Mandarin Chinese preferred but not required
Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com – We can’t wait to meet you!
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.