Director Business/ Enterprise Strategy – Data Center

Johnson Controls•Glendale, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away! What we offer: Competitive salary and bonus plan Paid vacation/holidays/sick time Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care On the job/cross training opportunities Encouraging and collaborative team environment Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy What you will do: You will support the development of Johnson Controls' data center growth strategy, working closely with both the Global Enterprise Strategy team and Data Center business leadership. This role will identify emerging technology trends, define market entry strategies, and lead strategic initiatives including M&A to position JCI in the rapidly evolving AI-driven data center market. Reports to the Executive Director Global Enterprise Strategy, residing in the Strategy & Acquisition Office. How you will do it: Lead Data Center Market Intelligence: Conduct comprehensive market analysis on infrastructure trends, technology shifts, and competitive dynamics to inform strategic priorities and identify highest-value growth opportunities Support Portfolio and Product Strategy: Partner with business units and innovation teams to define strategic roadmaps, prioritize investments, and align product development with market requirements and emerging customer needs Support M&A and Partnership Roadmap: Support sourcing and evaluation of acquisition targets and strategic partnerships through market research, competitive analysis, and strategic fit assessment to inform corporate development priorities Embed Voice of Customer: Engage with customers and key partners to understand evolving requirements, validate strategic hypotheses, and translate market insights into actionable recommendations that strengthen JCI's competitive positioning Define Growth Strategies: Collaborate with business leadership to develop go-to-market approaches, competitive positioning, and commercial models for new and existing data center offerings

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Business or related.
7+ years of Strategic Development experience in Strategy Consulting and corporate strategy mergers and acquisitions.
Experience working in complex, matrixed organizations, in a strategy consulting environment, with in-house corporate experience is a benefit.
Proven ability to deliver concrete outcomes in program or project settings, especially where success relies on influencing stakeholders beyond formal reporting lines.
Proven skills in teamwork, project management, and business acumen.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and be self-motivated.
Skilled at setting priorities and navigating tradeoffs in analytically rigorous, fast-paced environments with a strong sense of urgency and limited oversight.
Proactive and collaborative approach to tackling challenges, with a hands-on problem-solving mindset.
Strong command of English communication, with a focus on content development rather than process facilitation.
Open-minded and intellectually curious, with a drive to explore new ideas, learn quickly, and adapt in dynamic contexts.
Positive, can-do attitude with keen attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Masters in Business Administration (MBA) or relevant advanced degree
Experience working in complex, matrixed organizations, in a strategy consulting environment, with in-house corporate experience is a benefit.

Responsibilities

Lead Data Center Market Intelligence: Conduct comprehensive market analysis on infrastructure trends, technology shifts, and competitive dynamics to inform strategic priorities and identify highest-value growth opportunities
Support Portfolio and Product Strategy: Partner with business units and innovation teams to define strategic roadmaps, prioritize investments, and align product development with market requirements and emerging customer needs
Support M&A and Partnership Roadmap: Support sourcing and evaluation of acquisition targets and strategic partnerships through market research, competitive analysis, and strategic fit assessment to inform corporate development priorities
Embed Voice of Customer: Engage with customers and key partners to understand evolving requirements, validate strategic hypotheses, and translate market insights into actionable recommendations that strengthen JCI's competitive positioning
Define Growth Strategies: Collaborate with business leadership to develop go-to-market approaches, competitive positioning, and commercial models for new and existing data center offerings