Itu2019s not just about your career or job titleu2026 Itu2019s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether itu2019s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, youu2019re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.



**Role Summary**



The Senior Director of Growth leads strategic growth across global PMC businesses, driving both organic and inorganic growth initiatives. This role partners with Product Line leaders and cross-functional teams to:


Identify new markets and business opportunities
Shape and operationalize go-to-market and investment strategies
Build and own a robust & actionable M&A pipeline for PMC
Ensure disciplined capital deployment and business case development



The ideal candidate brings deep rail industry knowledge, strong financial acumen, and a low-ego, high-influence leadership style.



**Key Responsibilities**



**1. Growth Initiatives**


Define and refine mid- and long-term growth strategies u2013 including market entry, partnerships, portfolio expansion- in close partnership with PL leaders
Operationalize strategy into execution plans u2013 in close partnership with Product Line and functional leaders
Drive disciplined capital allocation decisions through:
Financial modeling
RoI and risk/opportunity analysis
Prioritization of internal investment projects
Partner cross-functionally (Engineering, Product, Commercial) to align operational capabilities with growth targets



**2. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)**


Support corporate M&A efforts by:
Developing a robust and actionable deal pipeline
Identifying strategic action fields for inorganic growth
Craft compelling strategic rationale and business cases for potential acquisitions



**3. Strategic Enablement & Cross-functional Influence**


Serve as a trusted advisor to the PMC President and senior leadership team to actively shape PMC portfolio strategy
Influence investment, operational, and commercial decisions through:
Data-driven and operational insights
Market intelligence
Financial clarity
Ensure a disciplined approach to value creationu2014knowing when to double down and when to walk away
Confidently challenge assumptions while remaining open to diverse perspectives



**Qualifications**


15+ years of experience in rail or a comparable industrial sector
Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role, with global scope
Deep knowledge of the rail industry, preferably rolling stock
Experience managing cash and capacity in rail or in an equivalent operationally intensive environment
Strong track record in M&A: from deal origination through to integration
Financially fluentu2014comfortable with business cases, capital deployment, RoI modeling
Proven success in working across diverse, global stakeholder environments
Exceptional communication, influence, and leadership capabilities



**Desirable Attributes**


Financially savvy: loves numbers, thrives on modeling, RoI, and scenario planning
Strong business judgment: clear on risks vs. opportunities, knows when to invest or exit
Credible, collaborative leader: low ego, respected partner across senior teams
Disciplined decision-maker: brings focus and clarity to complex growth conversations
Strategically sharp: able to shape and refine long-term business strategy across a dynamic business landscape



**Who are we?**



Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.



Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customersu2019 potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com



**Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:**



Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.



To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the worldu2019s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.



We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and stylesu2026 People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.