(80 -100%) Global Spare Parts Forecasting Specialist — ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Quartino
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen.
You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together.
Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: Service Contract Manager
- At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen.
- You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together.
- for the role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
Key requirements
- for the role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in spare parts planning, demand forecasting, service operations, or supply chain management.
- Experience in power electronics, UPS, critical power systems, or industrial equipment is preferred.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP), forecasting tools, Excel/BI solutions, and e-commerce platforms.
- Fluent English; additional European languages are an advantage.
- Strong analytical and data-driven mindset with the ability to develop and improve forecasting models.
- Excellent stakeholder management and cross-cultural communication skills, with the ability to translate complex inputs into actionable recommendations.
- Solid knowledge of spare parts strategies, service operations, and process improvement, with a focus on service availability, delivery performance, standardization, and automation.
- Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative.
- That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
- Ready to make an impact?
Application process
- today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Company and context
- The Global Spare Parts Forecasting Specialist serves as the central hub between ABB's Local Service Organizations (LSOs) across multiple countries and feeder factories supplying UPS spare parts.
- This role combines strategic demand forecasting with operational support for spare parts sales and service delivery.
- The primary focus is to ensure accurate demand signal capture, consolidation, and translation into actionable supply plans while supporting end-to-end spare parts management to achieve high-level service quality, operational efficiency, on-time delivery, order growth, and customer satisfaction.
- The work model for the role is: hybrid #LI-hybrid You will be mainly accountable for:
- Develop and maintain rolling demand forecasts for spare parts, consolidating inputs from LSOs and incorporating installed base data, failure rates, service contracts, product lifecycle changes, and new product introductions.
- Collaborate with supply chain, engineering, product management, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure parts availability, manage supply risks, and support EOL, ECN, lead time, and inventory planning activities.
- Monitor forecasting and supply performance through KPIs and dashboards, identify demand anomalies, and drive corrective actions to improve forecast accuracy, service levels, and on-time delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement of planning processes, forecasting tools, ERP data quality, e-commerce platforms, and automation initiatives while ensuring compliance with ABB’s HSE and integrity standards.
Additional details
- Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: Service Contract Manager
- The work model for the role is: hybrid #LI-hybrid You will be mainly accountable for: Qualifications for the role:
- Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Notes and original content
- Join us and help run what runs the world.
- This position reports to:
- Service Contract Manager
- The work model for the role is: hybrid #LI-hybrid
- You will be mainly accountable for:
- Qualifications for the role:
Questions about this listing
What salary does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) lists CHF 85'500 - 150'000 gross per year for this position in Quartino. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status. Note: this listing allows remote work — teleworking above 25 % of your time can shift your social-security base to Italy, so confirm the agreed remote share with HR before signing.
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