Strategy Manager

Roles and responsibilities

• Lead cross functional teams to solve business challenges, transformation projects or propose scenarios for status quo improvements.
• Conduct strategic analysis for a broad range of regional topics (i.e., Market and Competitors' analyses, analysis of strategic action fields)
• Supports strategic planning and evaluates strategic options of relevant unit.
• Provide local market & domain insights for the global strategic agenda of Siemens Energy as well as for respective top management and board member briefings.
• May act as trusted partner and advisor for strategic development intelligence based on own research and participation in external events, use of external data sources.
• Supporting Functional department in implementing strategies in alignment with the gas service corporate strategy.
• Develop strategic initiatives in collaboration with Sales and PM for business growth, restructuring or reorganization project.
  
  

What You Bring

• Bachelors or Masters in Engineering, Economics or similar from an accredited university.
• Previous experience in consulting business is a must (including in-house consulting).
• A Minimum of 5 years of direct experience in the energy oil, gas, chemical or petrochemicals industry within a consulting or engineering environment, preferably in the Middle East region.
• Conceptual thinker and strategic mindset; ability to define tangible and implementable concepts.
• Proficient in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Understanding of energy technologies and business models
• Understanding of local Middle Eastern Energy landscape and industry
• Demonstrate excellent commercial understanding, possess excellent communications, and planning skills, and have a confident and flexible approach to their work.
• Availability to travel as needed although travel requirement is not more than 20%.

Desired candidate profile

Strategic Planning and Development

• Formulating Business Strategies: Developing long-term strategies by analyzing market trends, competition, and internal capabilities. This involves identifying areas of growth, competitive advantages, and potential risks.
• Business Goal Setting: Setting clear and measurable business objectives that align with the organization’s mission and vision, ensuring all teams understand and work toward the same goals.
• Market Research and Analysis: Conducting in-depth research to understand industry trends, customer behavior, competitor strategies, and technological advancements. This data informs decision-making and strategy formulation.
• SWOT Analysis: Performing SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analyses to evaluate the company’s internal environment and external factors that could impact the business.
• Scenario Planning: Assessing various scenarios, including market shifts and economic changes, and preparing the organization for different potential outcomes.

2. Project and Initiative Management

• Leading Strategic Initiatives: Overseeing the execution of key strategic projects or initiatives. This may include new product launches, market expansions, acquisitions, or process improvements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinating with other departments, such as marketing, finance, operations, and HR, to ensure strategic plans are integrated across the organization and executed effectively.
• Performance Monitoring: Tracking the progress of strategic initiatives, evaluating their success, and making necessary adjustments to ensure goals are met.
• Resource Allocation: Ensuring that the right resources (financial, human, and technological) are allocated effectively to support strategic initiatives.

3. Business Performance Analysis

• Analyzing Financial Performance: Reviewing financial metrics, such as profitability, ROI, and cost structures, to evaluate the success of strategic decisions and ensure that the organization remains financially healthy.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Using quantitative and qualitative data to inform decisions. This includes customer insights, financial reports, and performance analytics to guide strategy formulation and adjustments.
• KPIs and Metrics: Developing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of strategic initiatives and overall business performance.
• Benchmarking: Comparing the organization’s performance against industry standards and competitors to identify areas for improvement and competitive opportunities.

4. Executive Support and Stakeholder Management

• Executive Reporting: Preparing reports and presentations for senior leadership to communicate strategy recommendations, progress, and outcomes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Working with key internal and external stakeholders (e.g., executives, department heads, partners, or investors) to gather input, manage expectations, and build consensus around strategic goals.
• Change Management: Supporting the organization through strategic change initiatives, helping to communicate the need for change and ensuring that teams are aligned with new directions.

5. Innovation and Market Expansion

• Identifying Growth Opportunities: Exploring new markets, product lines, or business models to drive growth. This could involve geographic expansion, strategic partnerships, or acquisitions.
• Innovation Strategy: Working on strategies to foster innovation, keeping the company competitive by introducing new technologies, services, or products that meet evolving customer needs.