Performance & Reward Manager – Variable Pay, Performance and Recognition

2 days ago

Huangpu District, China ABB Full time $120,000 - $200,000 per year

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we've announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing.  By joining us now, you'll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to:

Global Head of Performance & RewardsThis role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we've announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing.  By joining us now, you'll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

The work model for the role is: hybrid

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Performance & Reward in a global organization. You'll work with diverse teams across 40+ countries, influence strategic decisions, and help build a modern, data-driven total rewards function from the ground up. This role reports to Robotics Head of Global Performance & Rewards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and governance of short-term incentive plans, performance and recognition plans.
  • Ensure alignment of incentive plans, performance philosophy and recognition with business goals, HR strategy, and total rewards philosophy.
  • Oversee end-to-end execution of the short-term incentives, annual performance cycle and recognition plans, partnering with local HR teams and HR Services for effective administration.
  • Drive continuous improvement of the design and administration of the incentive plans. Benchmark and evolve incentive programs to reflect market best practices, changing workforce expectations and performance philosophies. Investigate opportunities for automation and simplification.
  • Provide expert consultation and guidance to HR and business leaders on matters related to the responsibility area.
  • Own and lead base pay -related communications, training, and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Provide input to global performance and reward strategy.
  • Act as the HRIS process owner for dedicated responsibility area.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in designing and administering variable pay plans and in designing and implementing performance and recognition programs.
  • Expertise in short term incentive plans.
  • Strong analytical and project management skills; ability to translate data into actionable insights.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across diverse geographies.
  • Experience with survey data platforms.
  • Ability to work independently and drive strategic initiatives in a complex, matrixed environment.
  • Flexibility to support other P&R activities as needed. Flexibility to support other P&R activities as needed, plus adaptability, interest in innovation, and good collaboration skills.

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