Your JobMolex is seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial
Director of Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) to lead the development and execution of our fiber connectivity strategy. This role will drive innovation and market leadership in CPO solutions, collaborating across product, business development, marketing, and R&D teams to shape the future of high-speed optical interconnects.
Location: Fremont, CA or Lisle, IL This role reports to the General Manager, Optical Connectivity.
What You Will Do- Lead the development of Molex's overall strategy for Co-Packaged Optics within the fiber connectivity domain.
- Collaborate with PLMs, BDMs, Marketing, and OCG leadership to define and evolve the CPO value proposition.
- Identify and prioritize target customers; tailor value propositions to meet specific customer needs.
- Develop a comprehensive product roadmap for new CPO-related solutions.
- Serve as the initial PLM for select new CPO products, with the goal of transitioning ownership to future PLMs or direct reports.
- Act as lead BDM in customer engagements; mentor and train other BDMs to represent CPO solutions effectively.
- Partner with R&D and Advanced Development teams to drive execution of new product development initiatives.
- Build and manage a robust pipeline and market forecast for CPO, including segmentation by standard, new, and hybrid products.
- Define organizational scope and structure for CPO product management, including potential team expansion and integration with traditional PLM functions.
- Own solution responsibility for all "inside the box" CPO offerings and serve as PLM for key products such as:
- Teramount Teraverse system
- FAU
- ELS connector
- Frame Shuffle system (potential)
- ELSFP full
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)- Proven experience in product strategy, product management, or business development in optical connectivity or related high-tech industries.
- Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and driving product innovation.
- Strong customer engagement and communication skills.
- Ability to develop and execute strategic roadmaps and market forecasts.
- Experience working with R&D and advanced development teams.
What Will Put You Ahead- Prior experience in Co-Packaged Optics or high-speed interconnect technologies.
- Leadership experience with direct reports or in a matrixed organization.
- Familiarity with Molex product portfolio and customer base.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of scaling new technologies or business units.
For this role, we anticipate paying $225,000- $275,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.
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.
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