For our Group Strategy & Development / M&A department, we are looking for an Area Director Strategy & Development - Europe (f/m/d).
The position is based at our Headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany.
The Area Director S&D - Europe will serve as business partner to the Area Board member responsible for the Group Area Europe and the respective countries. The role will allow to make a significant contribution to some of the Group’s most important projects.
As part of a small team that advises CEO, CFO & the whole Managing Board on strategy and manages development & M&A initiatives, the Area Director S&D - Europe will serve as business partner to the Area Board member responsible for the Group Area Europe and the respective countries. The role will allow to make a significant contribution to some of the Group’s most important projects.
The ideal candidate is a highly motivated and proactive team player who loves working in a high intensity environment (willing to get his/her hands dirty and play whatever role the team needs), has an outstanding level of curiosity and very strong analytical skills to grasp quickly the fond of complex strategic issues, while always aiming to make a significant contribution.
YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE
1. Contribute to the development of the company’s strategy (Area, Country & Group level)
Strategy development, regular portfolio review, strategic planning process
Construction market and strategic competitor analysis, including industry trends
Communication with senior management
2. Manage projects & global initiatives with a high degree of autonomy (Area, Country & Group level)
Driving of strategic priorities through project / program management (often cross-functional, with a broad portfolio of topics)
At times, multiple high priority projects simultaneously
Presentation of findings to senior management or internal steering committees
3. Steer M&A projects (incl. partnership) & post-merger (or carve-out) activities
Identification / assessment of potential targets
Steering of acquisitions and divestments, incl. due diligence and auction processes
Coordination of internal / third party stakeholders, support in negotiations
Management / support of carve-out and integration projects (PMI)
4. Manage review of CAPEX and M&A projects for Board approval
Strategic assessment review of country-led development projects
Coordination of the review with other functions (technical, financial, environment)
Liaison with country management
5. Conduct ad-hoc market or competitor analyses (incl. business intelligence)
YOUR PROFILE
6. University degree in business, economics or engineering (or similar), potentially MBA or PhD level
7. 7 to 10 years of professional experience, incl. consulting, corporate strategy and development functions, and/or corporate M&A roles
8. Proven ability to build effective working relationships at all levels of the organization and to manage, and work constructively within, diverse and cross-functional teams in various cultural contexts
9. Clear “getting-things-done” mentality, i.e. tenacity to overcome independently potential obstacles
10. Strong quantitative capabilities, very structured thinking, and proficiency in Excel / PowerPoint
11. Executive level oral and written communication skills
12. Fluent in English, other languages a plus
OUR OFFER
We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can also fully contribute professionally. That's why we offer you attractive benefits, such as:
13. Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany
14. 30 vacation days plus additional special vacation days
15. Attractive compensation with profit share/bonus, Christmas, and vacation payment
16. Multiple learning & development options: support of job-related further training, various technical and leadership development programs
17. JobTicket, JobBike and further special conditions and discounts for e.g., gyms
18. Company fitness room, various sports classes, health, and prevention campaigns
19. Individual onboarding with buddy program as well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women, International Network etc.)
20. Modern headquarters next to the river Neckar with ergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks
21. Canteen with discounted and healthy meals
22. Bicycle and underground parking with charging stations – for e-bike and car
... and much more.