Job Description

Lab Summary:

Samsung Research America’s Emerging Tech Group identifies and incubates innovative external technologies that accelerate Samsung’s development and market position of its industry-leading consumer electronics. Within this group, the Open Innovation team proactively seeks partnership, investment, and M&A opportunities with breakthrough technologies that have a direct impact on Samsung’s core product & services across smartphones, tablets, wearables, PCs, TVs, appliances, and more. In addition to driving both the technical and business processes to validate and commercialize new technologies in Samsung’s existing products, we maintain a strong pulse on the market to find the next big thing.

Position Summary:

The Senior Manager, Open Innovation – Mobile eXperience Partnerships & Acquisitions is responsible for developing partnerships, exploring investment & acquisitions with external innovations, and formulating strategies to deliver innovative & exciting value to consumers through Samsung mobile (smartphones, tablets, laptops) and wearable (earbuds, watch, ring) products.

The Open Innovation team combines the best of Samsung product expertise with the latest advances in technology to create radically futuristic and innovative products, services and experiences to delight and improve the lifestyles of our customers. We research, identify, partner and promote new technologies that make the consumer experience better, faster, seamless, more powerful, and multi-dimensional across different product categories.

In this role, you will work with an interdisciplinary team to explore investment and M&A opportunities for Samsung’s mobile device ecosystem, as well as foster startup partnerships, develop business cases and drive pivotal initiatives that lay the foundation for Samsung’s future.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Keep a pulse on market trends, advances in core technology, and university research across multiple technology categories that are relevant to Samsung’s Mobile eXperience (MX) business.
2. Navigate the North America startup landscape to target investment, M&A, and partnership opportunities for Samsung’s mobile and wearable device ecosystem, and identify new markets Samsung MX should enter to deliver new and exciting value to consumers.
3. Foster relationships with external technology startups, VCs, accelerators, incubators and universities to find breakthrough innovations and effectively communicate their value proposition to Samsung MX R&D teams and executives globally.
4. Be the primary liaison between partners and Samsung by leading the discussions, facilitating evaluations, and driving POCs with an eye towards partnership, commercialization, investment, and/or M&A. Be the internal champion for partner’s strategic goals and vision and advocate their needs to stakeholders ensuring awareness and understanding through effective communication.
5. Coordinate cross-functional and cross-geo team activities, setting project milestones, and motivating teams to meet project timelines and deliverables.
6. Proactively address ambiguity through strategic thinking followed by tactical execution.
7. Form a clear understanding of team priorities to balance urgent vs. daily activities.
8. Proactively build concepts and define new consumer experiences through partners.

Required Skills:

1. Bachelor’s degree in technology or engineering discipline required, post-graduate (MS or MBA) degree strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
2. 10+ years of professional experience in a technology company, with at least 5+ years’ experience in a corporate development and/or business development role executing licensing and M&A deals for mobile and/or wearable products.
3. Deep industry knowledge in at least one core technology vertical, including but not limited to: AI, Digital Health/Fitness, AR/XR, Sensors, IoT, Computer Vision, and wireless technologies (e.g. 5G).
4. Ability to transform complex technical information into a clear, concise messaging that can be easily understood by various levels in the organization.
5. Effective interpersonal and relationship management skills.
6. Strong personal network within the industry, startup and ventures community.
7. Experience in leading complex, multi-team and cross-geographic projects to success.
8. Excellent written, verbal communications and presentation skills.
9. Ability to deal with ambiguity associated with working in a fast-paced and changing environment.
10. Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally (20%).

Special Attributes:

1. Positive attitude and energy, persistence, and flexibility.
2. Great communication skills: clear, patient, and well adapted to the audience and situation.
3. Analytical skills to formulate and present structured, objective recommendations and respond to challenges and objections.
4. Personal skills to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments and delivery on tight schedules.
5. Ability to position and sell technology to executive audiences.

Our total rewards programs are designed to motivate and engage exceptional talent. The base pay range for roles at this level is listed below, but may be higher or lower in other states due to geographic differentials in the labor market. Within the base pay range, individual rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education and training. This is part of our comprehensive compensation package with annual bonus eligibility and generous benefits to help you live life well. Base Pay Range $197,800 — $296,600 USD.

Additional Information

Disclosure of Trade Secrets

Samsung has a strict policy on trade secrets. In applying to Samsung and progressing through the recruitment process, you must not disclose any trade secrets of a current or previous employer.

Essential Job Functions

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, and frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Samsung Research America is committed to complying with all Federal, State and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the recruiter or email sratalent@samsung.com .

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Samsung, we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities.

Samsung Research America is committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information regarding protection from discrimination under Federal law for applicants and employees, please refer to this link:

Job Tags

Similar Jobs