About This Role
Driving the transformation of LANXESS and shaping the group strategy is at the core of this role. It involves preparing analyses of global trends and their significance for the chemical industry and LANXESS, as well as creating presentations for the LANXESS Board of Management and Supervisory Board. The position suits a highly analytical individual with an entrepreneurial mindset, eager to lead or participate in high-impact global strategy projects.
Responsibilities
- Drive the transformation of LANXESS and be part of the team shaping the group strategy
- Prepare analysis regarding global trends and assessment of their significance with regard to the chemical industry and LANXESS
- Prepare analysis and presentations for the LANXESS Board of Management and LANXESS Supervisory Board
- Lead or participate in high-impact global strategy projects in cross-functional/international project teams
- Screen and evaluate Peers, potential M&A targets as well as LANXESS portfolio measures
- Coordinate across corporate processes, regular strategy cycles, and resource planning
- Shape future strategy work at LANXESS by enhancing core strategy capabilities and customer focus, applying new tools and methods, and enhancing AI capabilities
Requirements
- 3-5 years of professional experience in strategy consulting or in strategy roles within a large corporation, ideally with chemical or related industry experience
- Master's or PhD degree in chemistry, natural sciences or related fields
- Industry knowledge about and understanding of chemical markets and value-chains
- Highly skilled in state-of-the-art strategy capabilities including AI-enhanced strategy work
- Highly analytical way of working combined with an entrepreneurial mindset, eager to own and drive tasks to success despite obstacles
- Accurate, fact-driven work, ability to process and present complex constellations in a way that is tailored to the target group
- International experience
- Fluent in German and English, written and spoken
Benefits
- Global bonus program and a voluntary individual bonus payment
- Comprehensive benefits for financial security, health, and well-being, including retirement provision, health programs, life insurance, and medical care
- Support for work-life balance through the global Xwork-program for flexible work arrangements
- Commitment to professional and personal development, encouraging continued education and knowledge through formal and informal learning
- Support for employees in developing their individual potential
About the Company
LANXESS is one of the leading specialty chemical groups, developing and producing chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals, and high-tech plastics. With more than 13,000 employees, the company is present in 33 countries worldwide.
