Job Description

Job Summary

The Manager, Planning and Business Development, is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the overall strategic planning and growth initiatives of the business unit. The position will report into the Chief Growth Officer of Nidec's Motion and Energy business unit and will work closely with one of the two platforms (either Motion or Energy) and its respective business segments. This will require close interaction with senior management at the business unit, platform, and business segment level. The position may lead to management positions within one of the platforms or business segments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve the business unit's goals and objectives.
• Conduct market research and analysis to stay up to date on industry trends and competitive landscape as well as to identify new business opportunities, market trends, and industry insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of strategic plans with operational plans and identify potential M&A or strategic opportunities to fill gaps.
• Provide guidance and direction on strategic initiatives to senior management and stakeholders.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate market conditions and adjust plans accordingly.
• Support an effective strategic planning process that engages all stakeholders.
• Lead the development and implementation of key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success.
• Coordinate and lead strategic planning meetings with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives and ensure progress.
• Communicate and present strategic plans and progress updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and implement strategies to identify new business opportunities that align with our business unit's objectives.
• Nurture and maintain relationships with existing clients and partners to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.
• Create and deliver compelling presentations to prospective clients and partners that effectively communicate our value proposition.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing and product development, to drive revenue growth and ensure alignment with company goals.
• Monitor and track progress against established metrics and goals, and adapt strategies as needed to ensure success.
• Stay up to date on the latest developments in business development, both within our industry and across other industries

Qualifications and Experience:

• Master's degree in business administration and an undergraduate degree in Engineering is ideal.
• 5+ years of experience in banking, consulting, or accounting with some experience of strategic planning or business development
• A deep interest in market trends, industry insights, and business strategy
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to lead a team.
• Experience in financial analysis and accounting

Additional Job Details

Management M2 Organizational Impact Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct impact on departmental or job family results Delivers operational results that have impact on the immediate or short-term results (e.g., less than 1 year) for the department and/or job family group Plans and establishes goals and objectives for a team typically comprising of intermediate-level professionals and entry level professionals Communication & Influence Communicates with parties within and occasionally outside of own department or job family, which may include external clients or partners depending upon the job area Requires ability to influence others outside of own job area on policies, practices and procedures Innovation & Complexity Responsible for making moderate improvements of processes, systems, or products to enhance performance of the job area Problems are difficult and moderately complex and typically impact multiple departments or job family Problems are typically solved through drawing from prior experience and analysis of issues Leadership & Talent Management Manages a team typically comprising of intermediate-level professionals and entry level professionals Leads, directs and reviews the work of team members in order to accomplish operational plans and results Typically has hiring, firing, promotion, and reward authority within own area, in accordance with manager review and approval Knowledge & Experience Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one job area Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization Typically has a bachelor's degree or equivalent professional certification and 5 years of prior relevant experience

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