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A. O. Smith Corporation · 4 hours ago

Vice President, Corporate Strategy

Milwaukee, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

A.O. Smith Corporation is a global leader in innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions for water heating and treatment products. The Vice President of Strategy will develop and execute enterprise-level strategies to drive performance, profitability, and sustainable growth, while collaborating with the leadership team and overseeing corporate development initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Partner with the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, and key stakeholders to define and communicate A. O. Smith’s long-term strategic vision

Develop comprehensive strategic and business unit plans aligned with corporate objectives and market opportunities

Lead implementation of strategic initiatives, monitor progress, and ensure accountability for measurable outcomes

Identify, evaluate, and execute mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships aligned with strategic objectives

Lead financial and strategic due diligence, valuation analysis, and integration planning

Oversee integration of acquired businesses and assets to maximize synergies and long-term value creation

Collaborate with corporate functions, including Technology, Finance, HR, Digital, Legal, and Operations—to align strategies and ensure seamless execution

Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and disciplined execution across teams and business units

Anticipate and assess strategic and operational risks associated with new business opportunities

Develop and implement mitigation plans to ensure resilience and sustainable growth

Qualification

Corporate StrategyMergersAcquisitionsFinancial AcumenAnalytical SkillsStrategic PlanningLeadership SkillsInfluencing SkillsProactive MindsetBusiness JudgmentCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field; MBA preferred

10+ years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, or investment banking, with a proven track record of executing complex strategic initiatives

Demonstrated success in evaluating and executing mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnerships

Strong financial acumen with advanced analytical and modeling capabilities

Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to build alignment across a global, values-based organization

Strategic thinker with a proactive, result-oriented mindset and strong business judgment

Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively

Willingness to travel as needed for business opportunities and integration efforts