Optical Networks Market Growth Manager

ph3Job Description /h3 pSupports business growth through market research, lead generation, and opportunity identification. Analyzes market trends, customer segments, and competitive insights to develop actionable recommendations, identify high-potential accounts, and support go-to-market initiatives. Collaborates with sales and cross-functional teams to generate, qualify, track, and convert leads while maintaining dashboards and reporting to monitor pipeline performance and business outcomes. /p h3Job Description /h3 pSupports business growth through market research, lead generation, and opportunity identification. Analyzes market trends, customer segments, and competitive insights to develop actionable recommendations, identify high-potential accounts, and support go-to-market initiatives. Collaborates with sales and cross-functional teams to generate, qualify, track, and convert leads while maintaining dashboards and reporting to monitor pipeline performance and business outcomes. /p h3How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn /h3 ul liContributes to our enterprise segment sales pipeline growth by transforming market intelligence into actionable recommendations, strategic account pursuits, and targeted business development initiatives. /li liSupports lead-generation and go-to-market initiatives through market mapping, whitespace analysis, heat-maps generation, account prioritization, opportunity identification, and target market assessments. /li liConducts prospecting and outreach activities with prospective customers, partners, and industry stakeholders to qualify leads and uncover new business opportunities. /li liCollaborates with regional sales teams, growth leaders, partner organizations, and cross-functional stakeholders to align market insights with commercial priorities and pipeline development objectives. /li liSupports regional events, industry conferences, customer engagements, and partner forums by identifying opportunities, generating leads, and ensuring timely qualification and follow-up of prospects. /li liResearches, identifies, and maintains internal and external lead-generation sources, including industry reports, market intelligence platforms, public tender databases, analyst research, news sources, and third-party data providers. /li liDevelops actionable market intelligence by analyzing market trends, competitive dynamics, customer insights, and business performance data to identify growth opportunities and support strategic business decisions. /li liMaintains and enhances lead-management dashboards, tracking tools, and reporting mechanisms, providing visibility into lead conversion, pipeline health, and business outcomes. /li liTracks, measures, and reports on lead-generation performance, campaign effectiveness, and pipeline development metrics, recommending actions to improve conversion rates and business impact. /li /ul h3Key Skills And Experience /h3 ul liBachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field; MBA is a plus. /li li5–8 years of experience in market intelligence, business development, sales operations, strategy, consulting, or related commercial functions. /li liProven experience conducting market research, competitive analysis, account prioritization, and opportunity identification. /li liDemonstrated ability to translate market insights into actionable business recommendations and growth strategies. /li liExperience leveraging industry databases, analyst research, market intelligence platforms, CRM systems, and external data sources. /li liStrong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytics tools. /li liExperience supporting lead generation, pipeline development, and go-to-market initiatives. /li liStrong executive communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple organizational levels. /li liExperience working with geographically distributed sales, marketing, and business teams. /li liAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. /li liTelecommunications, networking, enterprise technology, or B2B technology industry experience. /li liExperience with sales pipeline analysis, whitespace analysis, territory planning, or account-based growth strategies. /li liFamiliarity with Salesforce, Dynamics CRM, or equivalent sales platforms. /li /ul h3About Us /h3 h3Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. /h3 pNokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. /p pLearn more about life at Nokia . /p h3Our recruitment process /h3 pWe act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. /p pIf you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity. /p pThe length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia . /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr