Portfolio Development Senior Director

Job ID 511431

Posted since 31-Aug-2026

Organization Digital Industries

Field of work Sales

Company Siemens Industry Software Limited

Experience level Experienced Professional

Job type Full-time

Work mode Hybrid (Remote/Office)

Employment type Permanent

Any Siemens location in

• Austria

• Belgium

• Finland

• Hungary

• Italy

• Netherlands

• Norway

• Spain

• Sweden

• Switzerland

• United Kingdom

Company Overview

Siemens Digital Industries Software is a leading provider of solutions for the design, simulation, and manufacture of products across many different industries. Formula 1 cars, skyscrapers, ships, space exploration vehicles, and many of the objects we see in our daily lives are being conceived and manufactured using our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software.

Position Overview

As a Senior Portfolio Development Director, you will be a key leader in our global team, responsible for the strategic development and management of the Designcenter portfolio within Global Industry Strategy and Portfolio GTM organization. You will lead a team of Portfolio Development Managers and ensure that our portfolio strategy is closely aligned with the overarching business objectives of Siemens Digital Industries Software. Your expertise and leadership are crucial for the expansion and growth of Designcenter, and thus for the success of our customers.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Development

• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive portfolio strategy aligned with Zone-level objectives

• Partner with Zone executives to define sales pipeline strategy and understand Portfolio Development contribution requirements

• Identify market opportunities, trends, and customer needs to drive continuous portfolio development and adaptation

• Translate complex market and business requirements into concrete, actionable portfolio strategies

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of Portfolio Development Managers

• Make personnel decisions including recruitment, training and development, and performance management in accordance with relevant regulations

• Coach and mentor Portfolio Development Managers to foster professional growth and establish best practices

• Act as an advocate for the impact and value of Portfolio Development within the business

Business Operations and Performance Management

• Manage business operations for Portfolio Management within the assigned Country/Region/Zone, including budget control, business planning, monitoring, and reporting

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality portfolio development activities to support software sales and achieve business goals

• Monitor and analyze portfolio performance, derive optimization measures, and report findings to management

• Drive results-orientation and operational excellence in a dynamic environment

Collaboration and Initiatives

• Actively participate in Zone-level meetings and contribute to planning and reporting for required activities

• Contribute to Zone and global initiatives stemming from agreed priorities and strategy

• Deputize for the Portfolio Director VP when required

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Portfolio Management, Product Management, or a similar strategic role, ideally in the software sector (PLM, MES, IoT, EDA, or comparable)

• Proven leadership experience in leading and developing teams in a complex, international environment

• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate market and business requirements into portfolio strategies

• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills at all levels, both internally and externally

• Profound knowledge of business operations, budget management, and reporting

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken (required)

Why Us?

At Siemens Software, flexibility is how we work—hybrid by default, built on trust and autonomy. Together, 30,000 people across more than 200 countries build technology that shapes the real world. You'll grow through real projects, strong technical peers, and global mobility, backed by the scale and benefits of an industrial software leader. We're committed to equality and inclusion, and we hire based on merit, skills, and impact. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

Our Benefits & Rewards

The total cash compensation range for this position is £159,300 to £318,600 with 50% of this being comprised of an annual incentive target (100% achievement). The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate's job-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offers health and wellness benefits to employees; you can access the benefits available in your country via the link: https://jobs.sw.siemens.com/benefits/ For other countries in EMEA, applicable salary ranges will be disclosed by the TAP at the initial time of contact.

Diversity & Inclusion

We value equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities. At Siemens, we believe people who've had real experiences dealing with being different will excel as leaders. Let's foster a culture of creativity and innovation. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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