Sensata Technologies · 1 day ago
Director, Strategic Planning & Development
Attleboro, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$187K/yr - $258K/yrSensata Technologies is focused on evaluating and managing new strategic business opportunities, initiatives, mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures. The Strategic Planning & Development Director will oversee market analysis, monitor competitive activity, and provide leadership in implementing strategic business objectives.
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Responsibilities
Direct cross-functional teams, and propose and manage timely analyses with predetermined milestones
Oversee the strategic direction of merger and acquisitions activities together with and in support of Sensata’s business unit’s strategies
Direct strategic insights and identify new growth areas for Sensata
Oversee the pipeline of new growth opportunities aligned with these trends and markets, both with organic investments and through M&A/Partnerships
Oversee multiple strategic initiatives, and be expected to thoroughly detail all problems
Direct presentations and recommendations that will enable the executive management team to make critical go/no go decisions
Directs and oversees responsibilities of team to ensure priorities and deliverables are met
Facilitate the creation of multi-year strategic plans across the organization; guides planning sessions and drives alignment on long-term priorities
Builds high-quality, executive-level presentation decks and facilitates leadership discussions to support strategic decision-making
Coordinate governance forums to evaluate and down select potential M&A and partnership opportunities; ensure structured, data-driven decisions
Lead Day 1 and 100-Day integration planning, working cross-functionally across HR, Finance, IT, Legal, and business units to ensure seamless transitions and synergy capture
Act as the central facilitator across internal teams and external advisors, ensuring alignment, accountability, and timely execution of critical milestones
Lead team to develop dashboards and reporting for M&A pipeline health, candidate evaluations, and deal progress
Qualification
Required
A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members
Holds self and others accountable to achieving goals and standards
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
Strong program management and governance skills with ability to manage complex initiatives end-to-end
Advanced proficiency in building polished, executive-level presentation decks
Experience working with or managing external advisors in sourcing, analysis, and due diligence
Background in strategy, corporate development, or management consulting with exposure to M&A desirable
Preferred
MBA preferred
Benefits
Competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans
Education reimbursement
Wellness programs
A 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching
Paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave
Short-term incentive and long-term incentive programs
Company
Sensata Technologies
Sensata Technologies engages in the design, manufacture, and distribution of sensors and electronic controls.
Founded in 2006
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2024-05-22Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2010-03-11IPO
Leadership Team
George Verras
Chief Technology Officer, Executive Vice President
Daniel L. Black
Member Board Of Directors
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