Sr. Director, Corporate Planning, Strategy, M&A & Portfolio Operations

Panasonic•Irvine, CA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our new global headquarters is conveniently located in Irvine, CA near John Wayne Airport in the Park Place development. For our onsite and hybrid employees you will be able to enjoy amenities such as access to many restaurants and shops, running trails, a fitness deck, outdoor seating, dry cleaning, car wash, free garage parking, car charging stations, shuttle service for train commuters, outdoor games like bocce, horseshoes, gaming tables, pickle ball, and basketball. For more information on Park Place visit parkplaceirvine.com. Who We Are: Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, Wi-Fi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity! How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. If you want to learn more about us, visit us at www.panasonic.aero And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to https://careers.na.panasonic.com/avionics/jobs

Requirements

Bachelors' degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field required. Masters Business Administration (MBA) strongly preferred.
12+ years of progressive experience in corporate strategy, business planning, or corporate development within a global organization, preferably with a Japanese-headquartered company.
5+ years working with company focused on business development, corporate planning or financial planning (within a Panasonic company preferred).
Ability to travel 30%-40% of time, both domestic and international.
Comprehensive knowledge of corporate strategy, business planning, enterprise performance management, market analysis, competitive intelligence, financial forecasting, and growth strategy development.
Proven ability to develop and execute business strategies that support corporate objectives and drive long-term growth.
Strong knowledge of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), strategic partnerships, joint ventures, licensing agreements, and business development initiatives.
Demonstrated expertise in investment evaluation, valuation methodologies, due diligence, financial modeling, business case development, ROI analysis, and strategic investment recommendations.
Knowledge of portfolio management, investment prioritization, product lifecycle management, capital allocation, and governance frameworks.
Ability to establish governance processes, evaluate business cases, and drive execution across complex, cross-functional initiatives.
Deep understanding of corporate governance, risk management, compliance requirements, and executive reporting practices.
Strong leadership capability with expertise in organizational leadership, talent development, and cross-functional team management, including the ability to lead enterprise initiatives, drive organizational transformation, and align teams to achieve strategic business objectives.
Ability to manage competing priorities and drive results in a complex, global business environment.
Excellent executive communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and build effective relationships with customers and key stakeholders.
Must have keen understanding of Japanese business culture and expectations.

Nice To Haves

In-Flight Entertainment & Connectivity Experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, execution, and governance of PAC's annual Business Plan (BP), Mid-Term Plan (MTP), and long-range strategic plans.
Serve as strategic advisor to the CEO, CFO, and Executive Management Team on growth strategy, investment priorities, risk mitigation, and enterprise performance.
Direct strategic planning activities including market analysis, competitive intelligence, scenario planning, and financial forecasting to support executive decision-making.
Lead cross-functional planning teams in the development of strategic objectives, revenue/profitability targets, and transformation initiatives.
Prepare and present strategic recommendations and MTP updates to PAC executives, Panasonic Holdings, Panasonic Connect, and Board members.
Monitor external market trends, emerging technologies, customer needs, and competitive dynamics that may impact strategic direction.
Identify, evaluate, and execute strategic growth opportunities including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, investments, joint ventures, and licensing arrangements.
Lead end-to-end M&A processes including opportunity sourcing, valuation analysis, due diligence, negotiation support, and integration planning.
Partner with business and functional leaders to identify adjacent markets, emerging technologies, and new revenue streams supporting long-term growth.
Develop business plans, market entry strategies, competitive assessments, and financial models to evaluate strategic investments.
Establish and maintain executive-level relationships with strategic partners, customers, financial institutions, and industry stakeholders.
Lead negotiations and executive recommendations regarding partnership structures, commercial agreements, and alliance frameworks.
Drive post-acquisition or partnership integration activities to ensure realization of financial, operational, and strategic objectives.
Lead enterprise portfolio management strategy to optimize product investments and align them with corporate objectives.
Own and govern the Product & Portfolio Review Board (PPRB), enterprise prioritization processes, and investment decision frameworks.
Oversee evaluation, prioritization, funding, and monitoring of product, technology, and innovation investments across business units.
Direct portfolio profitability reviews, business case assessments, ROI analyses, and lifecycle management activities.
Provide executive oversight of product development project portfolios, including funding governance, milestone reviews, and dependency management.
Drive organizational transformation from project-centric execution toward scalable product portfolio management.
Lead Portfolio Operations teams responsible for business intelligence, product management process, reporting, and analytics.
Manage, coach, and mentor team employees to promote professional growth and provide direction to employees in support of corporate vision, values, and goals.
Manage departmental budgets, headcount planning, and resource allocation to support operational effectiveness.
Support executive communications, Board-level presentations, and shareholder/investor engagement activities.
Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements, audit obligations, and Panasonic policies while maintaining the highest confidentiality standards.
Drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration throughout the enterprise.

Benefits

flexible paid time off
14 vacation days per year
7 sick days
3 personal days
11 company paid holidays
office closure between Christmas and New Year
additional compensation for operational positions working on holidays
Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI)
Dental PPO and DMO options
Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP
Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Health Management and Wellbeing Programs – Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources.
401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.
Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program
Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program.