Division Digital Manager - Cables

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of digital solutions in: Advanced data analytics, Machine learning and AI-enabled workflows, Vision systems, and Process optimization and automation
• Ensure adherence to rigorous development methodologies (DMAIC, DESGN, MEE) to deliver robust, measurable, and sustainable outcomes
• Drive development of data-driven and prescriptive solutions, enabling improved decision-making and operational performance
• Cook up a portfolio of digital workstreams across plants and functional groups
• Ensure digital solutions are built on integrated, scalable data architectures, connecting shop-floor systems (PLC, SCADA, MES) to analytics platforms.
• Define and enforce standards for: Data pipelines and data quality, system integration and interoperability, and reusable digital components and platforms.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of cable manufacturing processes and equipment, with ability to decompose processes into fundamental drivers of performance
• Advanced analytical capabilities using tools such as SQL, Databricks, and Python
• Experience with industrial systems including PLCs, SCADA (e.g., iFIX), and data historians
• Familiarity with vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence) and machine learning applications in manufacturing
• Experience developing optimization or decision-support models preferred
• Strong knowledge of process improvement methodologies (DMAIC, DESGN, MEE)
• Leadership & Problem-Solving: Proven ability to lead teams and deliver results in a matrixed organization, Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills grounded in data and process understanding, Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and drive cross-functional alignment, Track record of delivering measurable operational improvements

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related technical field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably within cable or similar process industries
• Proven experience leading digital, analytics, or process improvement initiatives
• Experience managing teams and delivering cross-functional projects
• Demonstrated success in driving productivity, yield, or cost improvements