Tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Planning and Projects
- Support the Cluster CEO and CFO in the development of business strategies that drive financial growth and achieve cluster-wide performance goals.
- Identify and consolidate potential business development initiatives, new market entries, and expansion opportunities within the EMME region.
2. Market Analysis and forecasting
- Conduct in-depth analysis of industry dynamics and competitive landscapes to identify opportunities for growth and differentiation (Gypsum, Insulation, Mortars, and Construction Chemicals, Glass)
- Provide data-driven insights and analysis to support decision-making on market expansion and resource allocation
- Partner with the finance team to align market insights with financial forecasts, ensuring cohesive strategic planning
3. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
- Identify and gather potential acquisition targets, merger partners, or strategic alliances aligned with the cluster's strategic goals
- Evaluate potential M&A opportunities based on strategic fit, financial viability, valuation modeling, synergies, and risk assessment to evaluate the attractiveness and feasibility of M&A transactions
- Coordinate with legal, finance, operations and other relevant teams to structure and document M&A agreements, addressing key issues and contingencies and to ensure smooth execution of M&A transaction
- Support post-merger integration, ensuring that acquired businesses are aligned with the cluster's strategic goals and financial targets
4. Performance Monitoring and Analysis
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the performance of acquired businesses and measure the success of M&A initiatives (quantify effective synergies)
- Conduct regular performance reviews and post-mortem analyses to evaluate the effectiveness of M&A strategies and identify lessons learned for future transactions
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in strategy, business development, M&A, or financial analysis, with a multinational, or similar business or international firm.
- Ability to work in high-stress environment and meet deadlines
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Excellent command of computer skills, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to command and negotiate in English, Arabic and French
