Data Center Solutions Leader — Global Strategy, Remote

Daikin Applied; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Paid sick time

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied seeks a VP, Data Center Solutions to develop and deploy the vertical market strategy for North America, guiding the Data Center business within the Fusion 30 plan. This global leader will drive the data center strategy, coordinate with Daikin affiliates, and own the program roadmap and partnerships.

The role requires deep market and financial acumen, strong people leadership, and a track record of growing data center solutions through strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience.
• 10+ years experience managing vertical markets; including 5+ years people leadership experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of Data Center market experience.
• Demonstrated success leading cross functional strategies resulting in sales growth and positive customer satisfaction.
• Commercial building industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the Global Data Center Solutions strategy and value proposition.
• Identify growth opportunities for the Data Center business through market assessment, trend analysis and competitive insights.
• Define and oversee industry leading data center product and solutions portfolio, including strategic roadmap and priorities for NPI and business model innovation.
• Lead commercialization strategies and key programs for Data Center products and solutions.
• Own and drive organic and inorganic innovation and growth opportunities, including potential acquisitions, partnerships, etc.
• Proactively identifies potential risks and challenges impacting the Data Center Solutions strategy and develops contingency plans to mitigate these risks.
• Deliver annual operating plans - revenues and OI.
• Be the Business leader for the ongoing integration efforts at recent data center relative acquisitions.
• Lead the Data Center team, with direct reports within the company, as well as in the recent acquisitions.
• Build out the Data Center Solutions team to include designing the organization and acquiring, developing, engaging and retaining best in class talent.
• Build capability within teams by coaching leaders, strengthening accountability, and driving a performance culture.
• Create internal business/product/process alignment, by providing vision and leadership to ensure the company executes on its data center strategy.
• Define and measure KPIs to assess success and adjust as needed.
• Analyze financial and operational data to inform decisions, identify opportunities, and mitigate risks.
• Partner with finance to develop business cases, assess ROI, and support budgeting or forecasting.
• Maintain effective communication across the organization and with partnerships and associations.

Skills

Leadership

Vertical markets experience

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Job description

Daikin Applied seeks a VP, Data Center Solutions to develop and deploy the vertical market strategy for North America, guiding the Data Center business within the Fusion 30 plan. This global leader will drive the data center strategy, coordinate with Daikin affiliates, and own the program roadmap and partnerships.

The role requires deep market and financial acumen, strong people leadership, and a track record of growing data center solutions through strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and