Global Post Development Manager
Shape the Future of Digital Manufacturing At GibbsCAM, part of Sandvik Manufacturing Solutions, we empower manufacturers around the world to transform ideas into precision-machined reality. As manufacturing continues to evolve through automation, AI, and advanced machining technologies, we are looking for a visionary leader to drive the next generation of CNC post development. As our Global Manager, CNC Post Development, you will lead a worldwide team of highly skilled technical experts, shaping the strategy, capabilities, and customer experience behind one of the most critical components of CAM software success. This is more than a leadership role. It is an opportunity to influence the future of manufacturing technology on a global scale. This global leadership role reports directly to the President of GibbsCAM, offers flexible location options, and requires up to 30% international travel to support CNC post development initiatives, customer needs, and cross-functional collaboration worldwide. What You'll Do - Lead a Global Technical Organization - Define the vision and direction for post development worldwide, ensuring our teams deliver innovative, scalable, and customer-focused solutions. - Drive the global strategy for CNC post development, validation, and support. - Set technical standards that ensure exceptional quality, consistency, and scalability. - Guide teams working on advanced CNC technologies, including multi-axis, mill-turn, Swiss-type, and complex machine kinematics. - Act as the executive escalation point for high-impact technical challenges. - Explore emerging technologies, including AI-driven development and automation, to enhance performance and customer value. - Build and Inspire High-Performing Teams - People are at the heart of our success. Create an environment where talented professionals can thrive, collaborate, and continuously grow. - Lead, coach, and develop globally distributed technical teams. - Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and customer focus. - Attract, develop, and retain top technical talent. - Drive organizational effectiveness by continuously assessing capabilities, structure, and future workforce needs. - Unite teams across regions, cultures, and time zones under a shared vision and common goals. - Accelerate Business Impact - Serve as a strategic partner to leadership and key stakeholders across the business. - Collaborate closely with Product Management, Sales, Customer Success, and regional leadership teams. - Translate market opportunities and customer needs into scalable technical capabilities. - Optimize service delivery, customer satisfaction, and operational performance through clearly defined KPIs and continuous improvement. - Ensure the Post Development organization remains aligned with future business growth and technological evolution. What Makes You Successful - Required Experience - Strong leadership experience managing technical or engineering teams in a global environment. - Deep expertise in CNC machining, CNC programming, G-code, and post-processing technologies. - Broad understanding of modern manufacturing processes and machine behavior. - Track record of driving operational excellence, organizational development, and technical quality. - Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across functions and geographies. - Experience leveraging modern technologies, including AI-enabled tools, digital workflows, and software-driven manufacturing ecosystems. - Preferred Experience - GibbsCAM experience. - Previous experience as a CAM Application Engineer. - Experience working with OEMs, manufacturing customers, or reseller networks. - Exposure to advanced manufacturing, automation, and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Who You Are - You are a strategic thinker, an inspiring leader, and a trusted technical partner. - You thrive in complex global environments and know how to balance long-term vision with operational execution. - You build credibility through expertise, influence through relationships, and momentum through results. - Most importantly, you are passionate about developing people, driving innovation, and helping customers succeed. Why Join GibbsCAM? - This is a unique opportunity to lead a globally recognized technical organization at the intersection of software, manufacturing, and innovation. - You'll have the freedom to shape strategy, develop talent, drive transformation, and influence the future of digital manufacturing within the Sandvik Group. - Join us and help redefine what's possible in CNC manufacturing. - #LI-REMOTE