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Eaton’s Mobility Group is seeking a Manager to lead Portfolio Strategy. This position could be based in Southfield, MI or Beachwood, OH. Travel is expected to be around 25%. Candidates must be local to these locations as relocation assistance is not available.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $146000 - $215000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

In this role, you will research, evaluate, and execute strategic growth opportunities for the Mobility Group. You will support the enterprise’s ambition to achieve $6B in sales by 2030 at over 20% return on sales, leveraging macro trends and the Mobility Group’s capabilities. You will lead high-priority projects, such as partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, market- or product- entry or exit options, and assess adjacent spaces for expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate the existing portfolio and identify value creation opportunities, both organic and inorganic.

• Research and identify inorganic growth opportunities, including acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures.

• Build and actively manage a robust pipeline of potential acquisition targets and strategic partners.

• Execute strategic growth opportunities, including financial modeling for base and synergy cases, due diligence, contractual negotiations, transactional requirements, and integration and post-close planning.

• Collaborate with segment leaders, product line directors, and corporate development to align on strategic priorities and deal rationale.

• Monitor emerging markets, macroeconomic trends, and technological advancements to inform business development strategy.

• Report on the performance of business development initiatives and targets.

• Lead or participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives to drive continuous improvement and growth.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in finance.

• Experience with complex financial modeling, valuations, DCF, and cost accounting.

• For candidates in the US: Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This includes no support for CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Preferred:

• MBA or executive business education preferred, from an accredited institution.

• Experience in roles in business development, management consulting, investment banking, or corporate strategy (including M&A, partnership development, and strategic planning).

• Leadership experience requiring influence without authority—such as experience in corporate, functional, sector, or other enterprise roles.

• Automotive industry experience preferred.

Position Criteria:

• Strong analytical skills, including expertise in financial modeling and market analysis.

• Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.

• Excellent communication abilities and strong stakeholder management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global, and matrixed environment.

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