Manager of Strategy and Business Development - US 60

SSAB is one of the largest North American producers of steel plate and coil, serving many industrial markets including energy, construction, agriculture and transportation. SSAB operates five state of the art facilities strategically located in key regions across the U.S.SSAB has nearly 1,200 highly skilled employees in the U.S. Jobs at SSAB range from machine operators and sales people to advanced engineers and corporate professionals in HR, finance and more. SSAB offers challenging careers and comprehensive benefit program designed to keep employees and their families healthy and secure.POSITION PURPOSEThe Manager of Strategy and Business Development is responsible for developing and directing the strategic and long-range goals of the Americas including proposals to enter new markets and to expand existing market presence.Essential FunctionsCollaborates with executives and managers to develop long-range, strategic goals for the organization.Takes lead in driving and developing the yearly strategy process for SSA AmericasLeads multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously, from idea to project implementation.Reports & presents updates to the executive team on a regular basisManages the analytical and research activities supporting an organization's strategic, short-term, and long-range goal planning function. Identifies and reviews market trends; analyzes and applies this information in development of strategies for individual market segments.Leads the research of emerging trends, expansion opportunities, competitive threats, and the viability of outside business partners. Develops recommendations for internal business process improvement. Designs and executes methods to track and measure organizational performance data to use for planning. QualificationsCompetencies and ExperienceRequired:List the Knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience required to be successful in the position.Business IntelligenceBusiness OperationsIntelligence AnalysisFinancial modellingStrategic AnalysisStrategic Project ManagementStrategy Development Strategy ManagementTrend AnalysisStrategic PlanningGeneral Data Analysis SoftwareExcellent verbal and written communication skills.Thorough understanding of business administration, management, and business forecasting strategies and techniques.Excellent interpersonal skills.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong supervisory and leadership skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.5+ years of management consulting or corporate development experience preferred. EducationRequired:Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or industry-related field.Preferred:MBA or MSc preferredSupervisory Responsibilities / Direct ReportsList the position titles of those positions which directly report to this position and the number of employees each position supervises.This position has no supervisory responsibilities.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.The Employee Is Constantly Required To:Sit and work at a deskThe Employee Is Frequently Required To:Stand and walk, and may alternate sitting and standing as neededBalance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climbTwist at waist levelReach above shoulder level, at waist/desk level, and below waist/desk levelFinger with right hand, left hand, and both hands (fine motor)Feel with right hand, left hand, and both hands (sensing temperatures and textures)The Employee Is Occasionally Required To:Push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 50 poundsThe Employee Is Required To:Talk person to person, on the phone, and in group settings as neededHear in person, on the phone, and in group settings as neededPossess near, midrange, far, peripheral, and depth perception visionPosition Type/Expected Hours Of Work/Travel RequirementsPosition is full time, exemptPosition Type/Expected Hours Of Work/Travel RequirementsPosition is full time, exemptLess than 10% of time in the field, at customer’s sites, other SSAB locationsOther DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.SSAB's vision is a stronger, lighter and more sustainable world.SSAB's values form the guiding principals of our company.They shape our culture and characteristics. They serve as a compass for our actions and behavior, and describe what we stand for. Values guide us daily in making the right choices and doing the right things.SSAB's Values Are:Driven - Together we create valueTrue - Do what is rightAhead - Future in mind