Job Overview

THE STRATEGY FUNCTION AT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE has a highly visible strategy function composed of more than 85 professionals across the globe, with diverse backgrounds, including many alumni of leading management consulting firms and industrial tech companies. TE strategists have close relationships with business leaders and are sought after to work on important strategy development and deployment topics.

TE’s strategy team is highly meritocratic, values diversity, invests significant resources in the professional development of its members, and has a track record of generating career growth opportunities within the Strategy function and into business and general management track roles.

THE AEROSPACE, DEFENSE AND MARINE (ADM) BUSINESS UNIT

TE operates through two customer facing Segments: Industrial Solutions and Transportation Solutions

Part of the Industrial Solutions Segment, the Aerospace, Defense and Marine (ADM) Business Unit designs, develops, and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of critical electronic components and systems for the harsh operating conditions of the commercial aerospace, defense, and marine industries. Our products and systems are designed and manufactured to operate effectively in harsh conditions ranging from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. AD&M’s products play a crucial role in airplanes, satellites, ships, and in high-growth new technologies areas such as EVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircrafts.

AD&M achieved US$1.5B in net sales and 10% net sales growth in Fiscal Year 2025.

REPORTING AND TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS

The Strategy Senior Manager will report directly to VP of Strategy. This position can be based remotely in most cities Western Europe, the United States or Canada. Business travel (to meet colleagues and clients, attend industry events, etc) is expected to be less than 20% of the time. 

Job Requirements

As a senior member of the ADM Business Unit, you will contribute to global portfolio decisions and support the BU in developing strategies that drive above-market organic and inorganic growth, managing projects to help identify new growth platforms / opportunities in attractive market spaces, and working closely with leadership to prioritize both cross-functional involvement and real-time input as the external environment (e.g., technology, customer needs, regulations, competitors, etc.) evolves.

Key responsibilities will fall into four major areas: Strategy Planning & Execution, Market / Competitive Intelligence, Growth Strategy (organic, inorganic and partnerships), and Talent Development.

Responsibilities include: 

• Guiding the BU on its “where to play” and “how to win” choices to drive growth, improve profitability, and sustain competitive advantage globally and regionally
• Lead cross-functional teams in solving business problems using a hands-on hypothesis-driven approach:

• • Lead complex workstreams and providing though leadership and hands-on support
  • Guide and coach project team members in using a hypothesis-driven approach
  • Manage projects and develop deliverables and executive presentations
  • Frame discussion of findings and recommendations
  • Assess organic, partnerships and inorganic opportunities on multiple dimensions

• Support the strategic planning process and deepen strategic capabilities in the organization

• • Drive change – designing and implementing projects to execute on strategic objectives
  • Ensure that the business strategies clearly articulate the business choices, are well-defined, and lay out the talent and resource requirements
  • Track execution of the long-term strategy through a select set of strategy-to-execution KPIs, synthesize implications to the strategic plan and recommend potential course corrections

• • Lead primary and secondary research. Support research and analysis for identifying and assessing inorganic and partnership opportunities
  • Anticipate market changes and assess the strategic and economic impact of changes today and in the next 5-10 years
  • Advise the senior leadership team on selecting the most attractive opportunities and acquisition targets to strengthen product portfolio and go-to-market capabilities
  • Actively develop talent, providing coaching and feedback to junior members of the team

What your background should look like

Success in the role requires strong business acumen and a strategic mindset, exceptional communication and presentation skills, the ability to work seamlessly with leaders at multiple levels in the organization, an ability to managing teams and leading projects from start to end, and the skills and tenacity to achieve results through influence and enthusiasm.

Problem Solving, Analytics, Work Structure and Management, and Communications

• Expertise in strategic planning and in implementing strategy within a complex organization
• Track record of dealing with strategic business issues including industry structure, operations strategy, and finance
• Ability to structure and solve complex problems using a hypothesis-driven approach
• Ability to understand the big picture and prioritize key initiatives
• Intellectual curiosity and rigor
• Ability to structure work, manage strategy projects, and provide thought leadership
• Strong oral and written communication – able to synthesize and communicate key messages

People, Teamwork and Leadership

• A strong and humble leader, with executive presence and the ability to influence, communicate, collaborate, work, and build meaningful relationships across all levels in an organization
• Fosters a diverse, inclusive environment with an emphasis on internal talent development and mobility
• Nurtures talent through regular coaching and feedback
• Hands-on – connected to the ongoing strategy deployment and implementation
• Team player mentality – able to influence with or without direct authority and move stakeholders toward a common vision or goal
• High cross-cultural awareness
• Strong sense of tact, confidentiality, and maturity

Passion and drive

• Commitment to excellence, ensuring objectives are met and delivered on-time
• Determined to find the right answer
• Interest in technology

Previous professional experience

• Experience in strategy consulting at a Project Management level (e.g. Engagement Manager, Manager, Project Leader, etc).
• Experience in industrial space, ideally in the manufacturing of engineered components or products.
• Knowledge of Aerospace, Defense or Marine industries is valued but not required.  
• Corporate experience beyond consulting is valued but not required.

YEAR ONE SUCCESS FACTORS  

• Build relationships with other members of the BU Leadership Team.
• Identify 1-2 opportunities that meaningfully expand addressable markets.
• Drive execution on 1-2 major strategic initiatives and opportunities.

GROWTH POTENTIAL

High performance and value delivery in this role will lead to domestic and international opportunities to progress to:

• Business roles with P&L responsibility, such as product management, marketing & sales, operations, and general management.
• Strategy roles with increasing responsibilities and scope, leading all the way up to Chief Strategy Officer.

Competencies