Associate New Product Development Manager

Associate New Product Development Manager Molex is seeking an experienced Associate New Product Development Manager to join our Copper Solutions team responsible for the development of high speed datacom and telecom solutions used in AI applications. The Associate New Product Development Manager will work with customers (Hyperscalers/OEMs/ODMs), partners, and internal customers to ensure that we are developing new products that align with market technology needs. This individual will be taking those new products and partnering with customers to implement our technologies within their next generation platforms. This role demands a blend of technical knowledge and business acumen, as well as a passion for innovation and a commitment to delivering high-quality, user-centric products that meet market demands. The Associate New Product Development Manager will play a crucial role in shaping the future of AI hardware in the datacom industry, driving growth and maintaining a competitive edge in the market. This person will work with all levels of the organization, including Senior Management and external customers, suppliers, and trade organizations. Our Team This person will work with all levels of the organization, including Management and external customers, suppliers, and trade organizations. The information exchange is typically technical in nature and confidential. This position requires a high level of negotiation skills and business acumen. What You Will Do Support the development and implementation of strategic product and annual business plans for target markets, industries and customers, partnering with senior NPD leaders to identify product-line trends and technologies. Contribute to pipeline growth, customer wins, and RPM releases by supporting opportunity qualification and go-to-market activities. Partner with MIE and cross-functional teams to help align CapEx and product cost targets with market conditions. Assist in tracking capacity and support capital-investment planning to meet forecasted demand. Work with commercial and senior stakeholders to progress customer negotiations and new platform partnerships. Help identify and cultivate industry partner relationships to expand our ecosystem and capabilities. Learn, support, and contribute to Molex Total Quality Management (TQM), Six Sigma, ISO, and EH&S systems by following policies and procedures and applying continuous-improvement practices. Support competitive landscape tracking and help inform the technology roadmap. Develop strong relationships with key customers and collaborate to align their technology roadmaps with our development plan. Assist in leading development projects, ensuring milestones are met on time and on budget under the guidance of senior project leads. Support creation of marketing collateral and launch activities to promote new technologies and increase market penetration. Help drive internal product and technology releases and coordinate with marketing communications on launch strategies. Perform other related duties as assigned while actively learning and expanding scope. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) 5+ Years of experience within the high speed Datacom Market OR 2+ Years of Sales Experience calling on Datacom accounts OR 2+ Years of Product Management Experience What Will Put You Ahead Technical background in engineering (electrical or mechanical) Sales experience or product engineering Experience in negotiating and working with contract manufacturers and electronics market OEM's For this role, we anticipate paying $90,000 - $140,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu). #J-18808-Ljbffr Molex