Global Distributor Portfolio Lead

Global Di Portfolio Lead

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 the work 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!

The Global DI Portfolio Lead is responsible for defining how Distribution drives growth globally by translating strategic priorities into repeatable execution frameworks. This role ensures that global DI strategies are clearly articulated and consistently adopted across regions.

You will act as the primary bridge between global direction and regional activation, enabling structured engagement with distributor partners and driving alignment to growth plays. You will work hybrid from any of Rockwell Automation's business locations in the United States.

Your Responsibilities:

• Define global distributors portfolio priorities aligned to growth opportunities and strategic plays
• Design repeatable distributor engagement models supporting installed base expansion and portfolio attachment
• Enable regions with clear frameworks, partner focus, and activation guidance
• Act as the primary interface between global distributors strategy and regional execution teams
• Drive alignment with Strategic Distributors Leaders on top-tier distributor priorities
• Monitor adoption and provide structured feedback to refine frameworks and approach

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Business degree
• 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:

• 8+ years in industrial distribution or partner ecosystem roles
• Experience in channel sales, distributor management, or partner strategy
• Strong understanding of global go-to-market and channel models
• Experience working across regions and influencing execution teams

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.
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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.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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.