Manager _ Corporate Strategy

Position: Manager _ Corporate Strategy

Company Profile:

Centum Electronics Ltd is a leading ESDM (Electronics System Design & Manufacturing) Indian Multinational Company founded in 1994 that offers Mission Critical design, development & manufacturing of customized system/subsystem solutions for high-reliability applications for global customers in Defence, Aerospace, Space, Industrial, Medical, and Transportation domain.

Centum has around 2000 employees and has operations across India, Europe and Canada. Centum revenue is 150 million USD and has been recognized by World Economic Forum as a global growth company and Forbes Asia featured Centum as ‘Asia’s 200 Best Companies under a Billion’.

The Strategic Electronics Business Unit

Job Summary:

The Head of Corporate Strategy will lead the development and execution of long-term strategic plans to drive business growth, operational excellence, and competitive advantage. This individual will work closely with executive leadership and business unit heads to shape corporate direction, evaluate M&A opportunities, assess market trends, and align strategic initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Develop and refine the company’s long-term strategic plan in alignment with industry trends, technology roadmaps, and business goals.
• Translate high-level strategy into actionable plans, KPIs, and financial outcomes.
• Identify growth opportunities, including new markets, products, and partnerships.

Market & Competitive Intelligence

• Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis in the electronics and EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) sectors.
• Monitor industry trends such as component shortages, technology evolution (e.g., AI/ML, IoT), and regional manufacturing shifts (e.g., China+1 strategy).

Mergers & Acquisitions / Partnerships

• Lead identification, evaluation, and execution of M&A opportunities and strategic alliances.
• Conduct due diligence, financial modeling, and synergy assessments for potential deals.

Cross-functional Alignment

• Collaborate with R&D, Operations, Sales, and Finance teams to ensure strategic initiatives are effectively implemented.
• Support business units with decision-making frameworks and resource allocation aligned to strategic priorities.

Stakeholder Communication

• Prepare and present strategic updates and business cases to the board and investors.
• Support investor relations with market positioning and corporate narrative.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic mindset with strong business acumen.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of key industry tools (e.g., ERP systems, PLM, market intelligence platforms).
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth, tech-driven environment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, or related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in strategy, corporate development, or consulting, with at least 5 years in the electronics design/manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience in managing complex strategic initiatives or transformation projects.
• Strong understanding of the product lifecycle in electronics – from design to mass production.
• Prior exposure to global supply chains, contract manufacturing, and sourcing strategies.