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Swagelok · 15 hours ago

Director of Strategy & Development

Solon, OH

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. The Director of Strategy and Development is responsible for spearheading the development and analysis of the company’s long-term strategic objectives, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and influencing the company's strategic development plan.

Industrial AutomationManufacturingService IndustryTelecommunications

Responsibilities

Research, develop, and present strategic options that extend beyond the current planning horizon

Provide insights in the development of long-term strategic insight (megatrends, SWOT, competitive threats, etc.) that inform with the company’s long term strategic planning process

Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify industry trends, competitive landscape, and growth opportunities

Collaborate with senior management and various departments to evaluate and influence business plans and strategies

Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor the effectiveness of strategic initiatives and make data-driven decisions

Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the company’s strategic goals are achieved

Foster a culture of continuous improvement by staying abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends

Evaluate potential partnerships, acquisitions, or joint ventures to enhance business outcomes

Qualification

Strategic planningMarket researchFinancial analysisM&A experienceBusiness developmentContinuous improvementCollaborationProblem-solvingCommunication

Required

Bachelor's Degree: Business, finance, or engineering

Master's Degree: Master of Business Administration (MBA)

10+ years in a business leadership experience in an M&A, strategic planning, business development, product management, market management, or a related field

Practical working experience influencing enterprise change, growth strategy implementation, strategic planning, and FP&A

Experience identifying and partnering with suppliers, distributors, partner and/or customer relationship

Experience delivering top and bottom line growth through P&L ownership

Experience in B2B industrial technologies

Intellectually curious with a demonstrated interest in continued learning and facilitating strategic discussions

Proven track record of working with multi-functional teams, showing strategic thinking, collaboration, and working well in a constantly evolving environment

Open to change, results-oriented, self-motivated, and proactive, having exceptional problem-solving skills and agility in adapting to new challenges

Proficiency in budgeting, financial statement, and financial analysis

Work comfortably with all levels of leadership, demonstrating an ability to stay calm under stress and uncertainty, and facilitating effective communication

Ability to see beyond the obvious to identify opportunities for improvement and foster a culture of continuous learning

Ability to analyze financial information to understand the underlying business issues and identify areas requiring further investigation

Working conditions associated with normal office environment

Ability to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, telephone, copier, printer, etc.)

Ability to effectively communicate in both small and large groups and settings

Ability to traverse between multiple locations in Ohio and Pennsylvania as needed

Domestic and/or international travel is required. Minimum 25%

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards

Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards

Benefits

Comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards

Company

Swagelok

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Swagelok industrial fluid system products and engineering services have helped the world contain, control, and transfer liquids and gases in critical applications since 1947.

Founded in 1965

Solon, Ohio, USA

5001-10000 employees