Your JobMolex is seeking an experienced New Product Development Manager to join our Copper Solutions team responsible for leading the development of high speed datacom and telecom solutions used in AI applications. The 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 leader 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 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 TeamThis person will work with all levels of the organization, including Senior 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, business acumen and ability to cross functional teams.What You Will DoDevelops and implements strategic product and annual business plans targeting markets, industries and customers. Identifies product line trends and technologies. Leads long term product planningIncrease pipeline growth, customer wins, and RPM releaseWork with MIE and cross functional teams to ensure CapEx and product costs are in line with market conditionsTrack capacity and drive capital investments supporting forecasted demandDrive the closure of any commercial negotiations with customers on new platform partnershipsIdentifies opportunities to establish and develop industry partner relationshipsUnderstand, support and contribute to current Molex Total Quality Management (TQM), Six Sigma, International Standards Organization (ISO) and Environmental, and/or Health and Safety (EH&S) Management Systems by following stated policies and proceduresPerform other related duties as assigned by managementTrack and understand the competitive landscape and establish and drive our technology roadmapDevelop relationships with our key customers and enable collaboration to align our customers technology roadmap to our own development planLead development projects making sure that they are completed on a timely basis and within budgetDevelop marketing collateral to promote new technologies and gain penetration in the marketDrive product and technology release internally while working with marketing communications on launch strategiesWho You Are (Basic Qualifications)Bachelor degree in Business or Engineering4+ Years of experience within the high-speed Datacom Market2+ Years of Sales Experience calling on Datacom accounts2+ Years of Product Management ExperienceWhat Will Put You AheadTechnical background (electrical or mechanical)Sales experience or product engineeringExperience working with semi-conductor/re-timer companiesExperience in negotiating and working with contract manufacturers and electronics market OEM'sFor this role, we anticipate paying $130,000 - $160,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate''s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.Hiring PhilosophyAll Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.Who We AreAs a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.Our BenefitsOur 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.Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.Equal OpportunitiesEqual 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. 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