Director of ABM (Corporate)

About the role

The Director, ABM (Corporate) will lead the implementation of the ATS Business Model across the organization, driving continuous improvement, lean initiatives, and strategic growth. Reporting to the SVP, ATS Business Model, this senior position requires extensive travel across North America and Europe.

Key responsibilities

• Promote and facilitate the ATS Business Model (ABM) throughout the company.
• Lead continuous‑improvement programs, goal deployment (Hoshin planning), and lean projects.
• Design, develop, and execute an ABM roadmap for operating businesses.
• Assess key business metrics from a general‑manager perspective and translate insights into action.
• Collaborate with sales, order processing, distributor management, CRM, and ERP teams to align processes.

Required profile

• Four‑year engineering degree (electronics, electrical, mechanical or controls preferred); MBA or master’s degree is a plus.
• 4‑8 years of operations, engineering, supervisory or management experience in a lean‑driven manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to assess business performance and drive measurable results.
• Strong communication, training, and influencing skills across all organizational levels.

Required skills

• Lean tools and methodologies (ABM, Hoshin planning).
• Continuous‑improvement techniques and transactional process improvements.
• Experience with CRM and ERP systems.

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a global automation leader.
• Dynamic, purpose‑driven culture with extensive travel and international exposure.