Why Heraeus Electronics

The global energy transition is reshaping industries at unprecedented speed. At Heraeus, we enable this transformation through advanced materials and technologies that improve energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability across power electronics applications. As a global, family-owned technology group with a long-term perspective, we combine innovation, engineering excellence, and responsible leadership to create sustainable value. Joining Heraeus means contributing to technologies that support electrification, decarbonization, and the future of energy.

About the Role

Heraeus Electronics continues to strengthen its position in the Power Electronics market and is expanding its strategic capabilities. We are seeking a Market Strategy Senior Manager who will play a pivotal role in defining and driving the market strategy of our Power Electronics Business Line.

This senior role combines market intelligence, technology insight and strategic leadership, translating complex market and technology trends into clear strategic priorities and measurable business impact. The position requires close collaboration across functions and with external stakeholders in a highly international environment.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

• You analyze and interpret global market trends, technology roadmaps, and competitive landscapes in order to support informed strategic decision‑making
• Additionally, you lead in‑depth analyses on key strategic topics and emerging market opportunities, translating insights into clear and actionable recommendations
• Moreover, you actively engage with customers, value‑chain partners, research institutes, and industry experts to gather market intelligence and identify collaboration opportunities
• You develop, refine, and implement segment strategies with a mid‑ to long‑term horizon, ensuring their effective integration into the organizationFurthermore, you identify and develop new business opportunities, customer relationships, and value‑chain collaborations to drive sustainable growth
• You define segment‑specific product roadmaps and support portfolio and investment decisions through robust and well‑founded business casesIn addition, you scout emerging technologies, start‑ups, and potential partnership or M&A opportunities, assessing their strategic relevance and value creation potential
• You drive and coordinate the strategy process within the Business Line, ensuring alignment across functions and key stakeholders
• Finally, you represent Heraeus Electronics in industry associations, at conferences, and in relevant governing bodies, strengthening the company’s external visibility and strategic positioning

What is required for the role:

• Master's degree in a science or engineering field/ Bachelor's degree in science or engineering field with MBA
• PhD or Executive MBA is an advantage
• 10+ years experience in power electronics or related high-tech industries
• Background in product management, product development, R&D, market strategy, or business development
• Strong understanding of power electronics, its value chain, and market sizing methods (TAM, SAM, SOM)
• Excellent communication skills across technical, managerial, and commercial levels
• Strong analytical, strategic, and conceptual thinking
• Ability to navigate complexity, prioritize, and make decisions with limited information
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong drive for impact
• Leadership presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, global environments with ambiguity

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