VP, Data Center Solutions

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +45 more states.

📋 Description

• Develop and implement the vertical market strategy and key priorities to leverage company strengths and grow the Data Center Solutions business in North America.

• Serve as a thought leader for the global Data Center business, collaborating with Daikin affiliates worldwide.

• Own and steer the Data Center strategy in alignment with DAA’s overarching Fusion 30 strategy.

• Comprehend the data center market, customer motivations, operational businesses, and positioning strategy.

• Create and promote the Global Data Center Solutions strategy and value proposition.

• Identify growth opportunities through market evaluations, trend analysis, and competitive insights.

• Define and manage the data center product and solutions portfolio, including the roadmap and priorities for new product introduction (NPI) and business model innovation.

• Lead commercialization strategies and key programs for Data Center products and solutions.

• Drive both organic and inorganic innovation and growth opportunities, including potential acquisitions and partnerships.

• Recognize risks and formulate contingency plans.

• Direct the Data Center solution strategy from organizational assessment through to the execution of the data center vision, mission, and strategies.

• Deliver annual operating plans for revenue and operating income.

• Oversee integration efforts for recent data center-related acquisitions.

• Lead and cultivate the Data Center Solutions team, focusing on organizational design, talent acquisition, development, engagement, and retention.

• Mentor leaders, enhance accountability, and foster a performance-driven culture.

• Provide vision and leadership for internal business, product, and process alignment.

• Define and assess KPIs; analyze financial and operational data to guide decision-making.

• Collaborate with finance on business cases, ROI assessments, budgeting, and forecasting.

• Maintain cooperation across the business, acquisitions, the Global Data Center Committee, partnerships, and professional organizations such as ASHRAE.

• Build organizational partnerships and exert influence without formal authority.

• Collaborate with key and national accounts to create selling opportunities.

• Establish a representative network for Data Center offerings.

• Provide the Executive Team with data on the North America Data Center market, competitive landscape, and expansion opportunities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Experience.

• Over 10 years of experience managing vertical markets, including more than 5 years in a leadership role.

• At least 3 years of experience in the Data Center market.

• Proven success in leading cross-functional strategies that result in sales growth and high customer satisfaction scores.

• Experience in the commercial building industry is preferred.

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law.

• Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing.

🏝️ Benefits

• Non-decaled company vehicle with most expenses covered.

• Multiple medical insurance plan options available.

• Dental and vision insurance provided.

• 401K retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

• Paid time off is offered.

• Company-paid holidays included.

• Paid sick time in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

• Tuition Reimbursement available after 6 months of continuous service.