Manager - Strategy (UAE National)

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities · Lead one or more work-streams that contribute to the development of EGA's strategy and business objectives. · Syndicate findings and ensure alignment across EGA functions throughout the strategy development process. · Support the definition and execution of EGA's strategic priorities and the annual strategy development cycle. Strategic Planning Process & KPIs · Monitor and track KPIs and achievement against targets for all functions to ensure corrective actions are taken to enable timely delivery of objectives. · Prepare communication vehicles and reports that summarize data, tracked KPIs and conclusions to allow management to understand overall performance and any issues arising. · Provide clear and concise performance reporting to senior leadership on a regular basis. Value Capture – Internal Consulting · Develop performance improvement initiatives and projects including operational improvement, OPEX and CAPEX reduction, and engage appropriate functions to align and implement. · Interpret results from multiple project components and data sets and translate findings into clear and compelling recommendations and solutions. · Build strong business cases for new strategic initiatives and projects with quantifiable impact. · Implement one or more initiatives and projects covering all business areas of EGA, including both revenue-enhancing and cost reduction (OPEX and CAPEX) initiatives with measurable bottom-line impact. Ad-Hoc Request Analysis · Conduct analysis of ad-hoc requests from different sources to identify whether a project could be profitable or contribute to the realization of EGA's strategy. · Gather, synthesize, analyze and present data and findings to make well-structured recommendations in response to ad-hoc requests. · Provide timely and high-quality analytical outputs to support leadership decision-making. Managing Teams · Coach and mentor up to two analysts to ensure transfer of knowledge and to build sustained organizational capability. · Lead a multifunctional team within a specific work-stream and take full ownership of the process to ensure that work-streams are completed in a timely and efficient manner. · Foster a collaborative and performance-driven team environment. Authority and Decision Making · Coordinate the implementation of specific strategic initiatives within the defined scope of work. · Make key recommendations and decisions related to specific projects and work-streams led by the job holder. · Report to the Senior Manager – Strategy and Corporate Development and confer on all material and strategic issues in a timely and coherent manner. · Escalate issues beyond the defined scope to senior leadership with appropriate analysis and recommendations. Desired Candidate Profile Minimum Qualifications · Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Strategy or a related specialization from a recognized institution. Minimum Experience · Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in Strategy, Finance or related business analysis in a reputable organization. · Prior experience in consulting or investment firms is highly preferred. Skills & Competencies Strategic & Analytical Skills · Strong problem-solving, analytical and financial modelling skills. · Ability to synthesize and interpret complex data sets into clear and actionable insights. · Proficiency in business case development and scenario analysis. · Experience in OPEX/CAPEX optimization and operational improvement. Communication & Interpersonal Skills · Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. · Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills across all organizational levels. · Ability to communicate complex strategic concepts clearly to senior leadership and diverse stakeholders. Leadership & Project Management · Proven ability to manage projects and work-streams with cross-functional impact. · Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple deliverables simultaneously. · Experience in coaching and developing junior team members. Organizational Skills · Effective prioritization skills to meet a complex set of business demands. · Excellent time management and planning skills with the ability to work within tight timelines. · Strong attention to detail with a high standard of analytical rigor. Employment Type Full Time Company Industry MetalsSteelIronAluminiumFabrication Department / Functional Area Administration Keywords Strategic Planning ManagerRisk AssessmentBusiness Development ManagerStrategic AdvisorFinancial ModelingPlanning And Strategy ManagerStrategic PlanningPerformance MonitoringBusiness Development Get real-time job updates only on our App