Remote Director, Business Development – Optical Connectivity

Molex; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Educational assistance

Infertility assistance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Molex is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead and grow the Optical Connectivity Group’s BD team. You will set strategy, coach managers, and drive growth across the portfolio while partnering with Sales, Product, Engineering, and Marketing.

You will manage a remote team with up to 50% travel, influence global stakeholders, and advance Koch’s Principle-Based Management philosophy in the process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, marketing, or a related field.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing business development or sales teams
• Strong people leadership with engaged, values-driven teams
• Experience creating growth strategies in a B2B environment
• Ability to influence across global, cross-functional teams
• Strong strategic thinking, communication, and decision-making skills
• Willingness to travel up to 50%

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Business Development Managers, focusing on talent development, engagement, and performance.
• Establish and execute a business development strategy aligned with Molex’s Optical Connectivity growth objectives.
• Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement rooted in Koch’s Principle-Based Management philosophy.
• Partner with Sales leadership to support customer engagement strategies and drive pipeline growth across key market segments.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Management, Engineering, and Marketing to align market needs with product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies.
• Review market trends, customer insights, and competitive dynamics to inform strategic priorities and investment decisions.
• Support key customer relationships and participate in executive-level customer engagements as needed.
• Ensure consistent processes, metrics, and best practices across the Business Development organization.
• Represent Molex at industry events, customer meetings, and internal leadership forums.

Skills

People leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, marketing, or related field

Job description

Molex is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead and grow the Optical Connectivity Group’s BD team. You will set strategy, coach managers, and drive growth across the portfolio while partnering with Sales, Product, Engineering, and Marketing.

You will manage a remote team with up to 50% travel, influence global stakeholders, and advance Koch’s Principle-Based Management philosophy in the process.