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We are expanding within our Optical Solutions Business Unit and are seeking a
Business Development Manager
to join our Optical Connectivity team. This is an exciting opportunity for a growth‑minded professional to help shape the future of high‑speed interconnect solutions across a variety of industries and applications. Location
This is a fully remote role with up to 50% travel. What You Will Do
Serve as a subject matter expert in optical connectivity solutions, providing consultative selling and demonstrating the value of Molex’s offerings tailored to customer needs. Collaborate with global sales teams to promote Molex’s optical solutions across multiple market segments, including enterprise, telecom, industrial, and emerging technology sectors. Identify and develop new business opportunities through direct customer engagement, channel partners, and targeted marketing programs. Understand customer profiles, applications, and challenges to deliver tailored solutions and build long‑term relationships. Work closely with Product Management, Engineering, and Marketing to align customer needs with Molex’s product roadmap and go‑to‑market strategies. Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and market dynamics to inform strategy and identify growth opportunities. Represent Molex at trade shows, conferences, and technical events to build brand awareness and generate leads. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, marketing, or a related field. Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management. Knowledge of fiber optic interconnects, connectors, and assemblies. Experience developing value propositions and technical solutions for customers. Familiarity with applications in data centers, telecom, industrial automation, or medical devices. Strong understanding of value‑based selling and customer negotiation. Experience working in a global, cross‑functional environment. Willingness to travel up to 50%, including visits to Molex headquarters and global sites. What Will Put You Ahead
Background in product management or technical marketing is a plus. Compensation
For this role, we anticipate paying $130,000 - $180,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here. Who We Are
As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading‑edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before. Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength – focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E‑Verify information click here, aquí, or tu). Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level. Employment Type
Full‑time. Job Function
Business Development and Sales.
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We are expanding within our Optical Solutions Business Unit and are seeking a
Business Development Manager
to join our Optical Connectivity team. This is an exciting opportunity for a growth‑minded professional to help shape the future of high‑speed interconnect solutions across a variety of industries and applications. Location
This is a fully remote role with up to 50% travel. What You Will Do
Serve as a subject matter expert in optical connectivity solutions, providing consultative selling and demonstrating the value of Molex’s offerings tailored to customer needs. Collaborate with global sales teams to promote Molex’s optical solutions across multiple market segments, including enterprise, telecom, industrial, and emerging technology sectors. Identify and develop new business opportunities through direct customer engagement, channel partners, and targeted marketing programs. Understand customer profiles, applications, and challenges to deliver tailored solutions and build long‑term relationships. Work closely with Product Management, Engineering, and Marketing to align customer needs with Molex’s product roadmap and go‑to‑market strategies. Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and market dynamics to inform strategy and identify growth opportunities. Represent Molex at trade shows, conferences, and technical events to build brand awareness and generate leads. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, marketing, or a related field. Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management. Knowledge of fiber optic interconnects, connectors, and assemblies. Experience developing value propositions and technical solutions for customers. Familiarity with applications in data centers, telecom, industrial automation, or medical devices. Strong understanding of value‑based selling and customer negotiation. Experience working in a global, cross‑functional environment. Willingness to travel up to 50%, including visits to Molex headquarters and global sites. What Will Put You Ahead
Background in product management or technical marketing is a plus. Compensation
For this role, we anticipate paying $130,000 - $180,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here. Who We Are
As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading‑edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before. Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength – focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E‑Verify information click here, aquí, or tu). Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level. Employment Type
Full‑time. Job Function
Business Development and Sales.
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