Head of Asset Management Coe

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team
Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

This executive role demands a proven expert in industrial software architecture, AI/ML, and Digital Twin technologies with strong leadership capability to build and scale enterprise-grade solutions. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, architects, and product leaders in designing and delivering cutting-edge Asset Operations Management (AOM) solutions for asset-intensive industries.

Beyond business development, you will serve as the chief technology steward and architect for our AOM solutions, aligning product innovation with client needs, industry standards, and next-generation technologies. You will work closely with global business units, clients, and R&D to ensure the solution portfolio remains technically advanced, secure, scalable, and aligned with the digital transformation journey of our customers.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision:
- Define and articulate the CoE’s strategic vision, roadmap, and objectives, aligning them with the company's global business goals.- Foster a culture of innovation, excellence, and collaboration to keep the AOM solutions at the forefront of the industry.- Provide market intelligence and insights to internal stakeholders to continuously refine the asset management solution portfolio.

Business Development & Growth:
- Develop and execute the global strategy to drive AOM adoption, build a robust sales pipeline, and achieve global order intake targets.- Lead and support the Business Developers and frontline sales in executive-level client engagements, proposal development, and value-driven solution selling.- Collaborate with Regional Headquarters (RHQs) and frontline sales teams from 3 BUs (E&S, Material, and Life), to identify, qualify, and pursue global sales opportunities.

Solution & Product Oversight:
- Oversee the entire lifecycle of AOM solutions, from product strategy and roadmap definition to architectural design, development, and delivery.- Ensure solutions are technically competitive, scalable, secure, and deliver tangible ROI by leveraging technologies like Composable Digital Twins and Agentic AI.- Guide the integration of advanced technologies and ensure all solutions meet stringent quality, compliance, and cybersecurity standards.

Team Leadership & Mentorship:
- Lead, coach, and mentor a diverse, multi-disciplinary team of Solution Architects, Product Managers, AI Engineers, Predictive Maintenance Engineers, DevOps QAs, and Business Developers.- Set clear performance goals and KPIs, manage resources effectively, and foster an environment of teamwork and continuous professional growth.- Empower the team to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions that address complex client challenges in asset-intensive industries.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication:
- Serve as the primary liaison between YEA/DES, PROs, YHQ D.Sol, and 3 BUs.- Effectively communicate the CoE's strategy, progress, and value proposition to internal and external stakeholders.- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners to ensure alignment and drive customer success.

Requirements- Bachelor's/Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline- 15+ years of experience in a technology leadership / management role with a proven track record in digital solution product management, system architecture, business development, preferably in asset-intensive industries (oil & gas, mining, utilities)- Demonstrated experience in leading multi-disciplinary technical and commercial teams to achieve and exceed sales targets- Proven experience in successfully bringing advanced technology solutions like IIoT, AI, and Digital Twins to the global market.- Strong strategic and visionary leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a high-performing team- Expertise in value-driven and consultative solution selling for industrial digital transformation- Deep understanding of asset management, operational efficiency cha