Manager, Planning & Business Development

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Job Summary

Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment – and everything in between. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units.
From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase.
With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.

Job Description

The Manager, Strategic Planning & Business Development is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the overall strategic planning and growth initiatives for Nidec’s Motion & Energy (MOEN) business unit. This role reports directly to the Chief Growth Officer of MOEN and will work closely with one of the two business platforms within MOEN—Motion or Energy—and their respective business segments. The position requires close collaboration with senior leadership at the business unit, platform, and segment levels and offers high visibility and a clear path to future leadership opportunities within Nidec.

Primary Responsibilities

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Business Administration and an undergraduate degree in Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in banking, consulting, or accounting, with exposure to strategic planning or business development.
• Strong interest in market trends, industry insights, and business strategy.
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Proven leadership skills and experience leading teams.
• Solid understanding of financial analysis and accounting principles.
• This role will be based out of our St. Louis, MO, or downtown Chicago, IL office. The assigned location will depend on the candidate’s current residence and business needs. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

Additional Job Details

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Work Shift Schedule

No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.