This leadership role will play a key role in driving the growth of a multi-billion dollar business. The Strategy and M&A Business Development Manager is a true strategic partner to the Electrical Sector leadership team, driving growth in a meaningful and holistic way. This position involves significant ongoing strategic and financial analysis aimed at assessing the health and competitive positioning of the Electrical Sector. This position has a central role supporting Industrial Segment related strategic planning while articulating Electrical Sector strategies to internal and external audiences. In addition, the Strategy and M&A Business Development Manager will support acquisition pipeline development. This includes continually expanding, managing, and co-leading opportunities connected to specific acquisition, divestiture, joint venture, and minority investment opportunities. This position will be expected to perform at the highest level and have the professional presence to communicate and operate comfortably and efficiently with senior executives. Support strategic planning efforts for Electrical Sector and individual Divisions (Business Units): o Work with segment and business leadership teams to identify growth opportunities and priorities o Help develop strategic rationale and quantify organic and inorganic investment requirements o Create formal Strategic Plan documents for Divisions (Business Units) and the Electrical Sector Work with Segment and Business Leaders to identify growth platforms and build / manage the acquisition pipeline: o Identify and research companies that fit with growth priorities and strategies o Prioritize M&A targets and monitor their performance o In some cases, establish contact with and maintain ongoing cultivation of target companies Support teams in evaluating specific acquisition, divestiture, joint venture, or minority investment opportunities: o Work with Electrical Sector business leaders to articulate strategic rationale for investing o Prepare a complete business case with robust strategic and financial analyses o Support business unit leaders in mergers & acquisition (M&A) tools and processes Support coordination of global segments and product lines by working with segment leaders on strategy, product roadmap, manufacturing footprint, and commercial approaches. Participate or lead special, cross-functional initiatives playing a central role in ongoing assessment and analysis of overall market dynamics and Sector performance and against competitors Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience, primarily with experience working in management consulting, investment banking, in-house corporate strategy, product management, and/or corporate development settings Minimum of two (2) years' experience using strategic frameworks and analytical tools and conducting industry / market / competitor / business case analyses in strategic planning or product management functions Master's Degree in Business Administration from an accredited institution Professional experience working in large, global, matrixed environments Prior business valuation and deal experience, especially in an investment banking, consulting, or private equity setting Direct experience in a B2B or industrial products company in a strategy or product management role Position Criteria: Exceptionally well-developed written communication skills and ability to craft compelling presentations Demonstrated experience in a finance role or a position that required daily use of excel to perform business case and financial analysis Interest in analyzing new market opportunities and adjacencies from strategic and financial perspectives Ability to navigate highly ambiguous strategic questions and drive actionable insights by using a structured and data driven approach Ability to quickly assess acquisitions and other potential investments to communicate the key strategic value elements, areas of synergy, potential risks, and value detractors Strong time management skills; ability to prioritize and balance work on multiple projects simultaneously Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams through influence and thought leadership Strong and adaptable professional presence; comfortable communicating and working with senior executives in contexts ranging from informal collaboration to formal reviews / presentations Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills and experience with a variety of industry research platforms Travel as necessary for project work, up to ~30%, depending on project specific activities We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. 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