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Job Description

Rockwell Automation is looking for a Director, Global Market Access Strategy, Transformation & PMO to serve as a key member and business leader within the Global Market Access (GMA) organization. As part of the GMA team, the Director, Global Market Access Strategy, Transformation & PMO will shape and lead Rockwell's long-term strategic agenda within the global ecosystem.

You will ensure a global, future-oriented partner strategy- aligning with shifting market trends, developing and governing partner programs and tech stacks. You'll advise regional channel teams to achieve growth aligned with corporate strategy and product roadmaps; address market changes, macroeconomic conditions and portfolio complexity.

You'll identify critical growth opportunities within the channel, defining channel market strategies; including leading cross-functional transformation programs, and supporting strategic NPI and M&A activities. You will also serve as a trusted advisor to Global Sales & Marketing (GSM) leadership.

You will report to the Vice President, Global Market Access. You will have a hybrid in-office schedule, open to either Milwaukee, WI (HQ), Mayfield Heights, OH, Houston, TX or Austin, TX offices.

Your Responsibilities:

Ecosystem Strategy & Market Leadership

Develop and execute a global partner ecosystem strategy aligned to corporate priorities, market trends, and competitive dynamics.
Evolve distribution and SI models across regions (LATAM, EMEA, AP) to accelerate software ARR, NPIs, and inorganic growth.
Enable partners to position emerging technologies (OT/IT convergence, cybersecurity, robotics, software-defined architectures).
Serve as enterprise thought leader and advisor on channel and ecosystem strategy.

Strategic Planning & Growth Development

Build long-term ecosystem roadmaps grounded in market, competitive, and technology insights.
Identify and prioritize growth opportunities across automation, IIoT, AI, and smart manufacturing.
Design go-to-market strategies and business cases for new channels, markets, and ecosystem models (sell-to, sell-through, sell-with).

Business Transformation & Execution

Lead enterprise transformation initiatives to drive channel-led growth.
Align cross-functional stakeholders (Sales, Product, Engineering, Operations) to deliver measurable outcomes.
Ensure disciplined execution through prioritization, resource allocation, and performance management.

M&A, Partnerships & Ecosystem Expansion

Shape ecosystem strategy supporting M&A, NPIs, and strategic partnerships (OEMs, SIs, technology alliances).
Lead due diligence, integration, and synergy realization.
Expand and optimize the global partner network to drive innovation and growth.

PMO & Portfolio Governance

Establish and lead a Global Market Access PMO governing strategic initiatives and transformations.
Standardize governance frameworks, program management, and stage-gate processes.
Drive portfolio prioritization, capacity planning, and executive visibility into performance, risks, and outcomes.

Partner Systems & PRM Strategy

Own global PRM strategy, operating model, and governance.
Design scalable partner workflows (onboarding, segmentation, incentives, deal registration, lifecycle management).
Ensure agreement to global standards while allowing regional flexibility.

Thought Leadership & External Positioning

Act as the internal and external voice on ecosystem trends and channel innovation in industrial automation.
Represent Rockwell Automation in critical industry forums and partner engagements.
Champion data-driven decision making and strategic innovation.

Financial & Operational Performance

Define and track KPIs to measure ecosystem and channel effectiveness.
Monitor program performance and adjust strategy as needed.
Drive portfolio optimization and value creation across the business.

Team Leadership & Cross-Enterprise Collaboration

Build and lead a high-performing strategy team; develop future leaders.
Influence senior stakeholders and communicate ecosystem strategy.
Drive alignment across regions and business units.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

MBA or advanced technical degree
Typically requires 12+ years management experience.
Experience in strategy, corporate development, management consulting, or business leadership within industrial automation, advanced manufacturing, or industrial technology.
Expertise in modern selling and partner‑led growth models
Proficient knowledge of automation technologies (PLCs, robotics, motion control, sensors, IIoT, SCADA/ MES, AI/ML in manufacturing).
Experience developing and delivering enterprise-level strategies with business leaders and partners in a complex global matrixed organization.
Leadership experience with financial modeling, analytics, and business case development skills.
Prior experience in a top consulting firm or strategy leadership role in a major, global automation company
Global experience with diverse manufacturing ecosystems within multiple regions.

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.

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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.