The Challenge
Molex is expanding its Optical Solutions Business Unit and needs a strategic visionary to define market dominance across Telecom, Datacom, and Medical segments. You'll shape the competitive positioning and growth trajectory for a critical connectivity business in a rapidly evolving market.
Your Mission
Audit current market positioning and competitive landscape; deliver POV framework across Telecom, Datacom, Medical verticals
Map TAM/SAM/SOM with data-backed market segmentation; identify top 3 high-growth adjacencies
Align product roadmap priorities with cross-functional leaders (PLM, R&D, Marketing); establish decision framework
Build customer profitability segmentation model to identify where Molex wins and why
Execute go-to-market strategy refresh with pricing architecture aligned to value drivers
Lead M&A/partnership assessment for 2-3 strategic inorganic growth opportunities
Establish marketing ROI dashboard tracking demand generation, brand, thought leadership performance
Deliver portfolio lifecycle insights and roadmap recommendations informed by adoption trends and win/loss analysis
KPIs You'll Own
TAM Expansion
Quantifiable increase in addressable market through adjacency identification and segmentation clarity.
Pricing Realization
Win rate lift and ASP improvement from value-based pricing implementation and sales enablement.
Portfolio Adoption Rate
Post-launch velocity and customer adoption metrics tied to strategic product investments.
Strategic Initiative Velocity
On-time delivery of market assessments, business cases, and strategic recommendations to leadership.
Customer Profitability Mix
Shift in revenue mix toward high-margin segments via improved segmentation and account strategy.
Tools & Stack
Your Team
Your Manager
Likely VP/SVP of Optical Solutions or Chief Strategy Officer
Current Team
Cross-functional collaboration with Product Line Management, R&D, Marketing, Sales leadership
New strategic hire to accelerate growth
The Package
Salary
$180K-$240K base
Variable
Likely 20-30% performance bonus
Equity
Possible if Molex subsidiary structure allows; confirm with recruiter
Remote
On-site in Chicago, IL; travel required for global stakeholder engagement
Benefits & Perks
Company Intelligence
Molex is a global connectivity and electronics manufacturer owned by Koch Industries. The Optical Solutions Business Unit serves Telecom, Datacom, and Medical markets with connectivity innovation. With decades of industry expertise, Molex competes in high-growth, mission-critical infrastructure segments.
Customers
Tier-1 telecom operators, hyperscale datacenters, medical device OEMs
Is This Role For You?
- You've led strategy or product marketing in B2B tech with P&L exposure and cross-functional influence
- You thrive building market-driven narratives and translating insights into executive decisions
- You're comfortable navigating complex multi-segment markets and identifying white-space opportunities
- You want to shape long-term competitive strategy-not just execute annual plans
- You need remote work; this is on-site Chicago only
- You prefer individual contributor roles over executive leadership and stakeholder management
- You lack experience with B2B hardware, connectivity, or infrastructure markets
Interview Process
Initial Screening
Phone screen with recruiter on strategic background and Molex fit
Hiring Manager Interview
1-hour discussion on strategic vision, market insights, and cross-functional leadership approach
Executive Panel
Half-day with VP/SVP of Optical Solutions, Chief Marketing Officer, and Product Leadership on competitive strategy and M&A perspective
Leadership Deep Dive
Case study or strategic proposal presentation to executive sponsors
Ready when you are
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