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Head Business Strategy

Head Business Strategy

TaggdMumbai, Maharashtra, India
5 days ago
Job description

Roles & Responsibilities : -

1. Strategic Planning : Develop and execute comprehensive business strategies aligned with the company's long-term vision and objectives, ensuring optimal resource allocation and competitive positioning.

2. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Foster effective coordination and communication across various departments, aligning business initiatives and driving synergies to achieve organizational goals.

3. Data-Driven Insights : Leverage strong analytical skills and numerical acumen to gather, analyze, and interpret data, providing data-driven recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

4. Leadership and Mentorship : Demonstrate proven middle management and leadership abilities, guiding and mentoring cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact business outcomes.

Critical Tasks (Key Activities) : -

  • Cash flow assessment & capital structure – Lead and support fundraising initiatives in collaboration with the organization’s Treasury & Finance departments
  • Develop cash-flow projections for the organization & evaluate funding options including equity, debt & other instruments
  • Proficiency in evaluating and interpreting key financial ratios & liquidity management
  • Develop understanding of the economics of Strategic Projects (Capex, EBITDA, Working Capital requirement, IRR etc.) and impact on the cash-flow for the organization
  • Evaluate funding options, coordinate due diligence, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with overall business objectives and capital requirements.
  • Monitor progress of fundraising campaigns and maintain relations with key investors to promote long-term strategic funding partnerships
  • Act as a SPOC for both parent companies and align on the objectives & key fund raise philosophy
  • Strategic Projects –
  • In collaboration with organization’s PMO team, oversee tracking of strategic and operational projects to ensure timely delivery and alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Analyze project timelines, budgets, and expenditures, directly assessing their impact on company cash flows and overall financial health.
  • Communicate progress reports and cash flow impact analyses to senior management, recommending corrective actions to address deviations and maximize resource efficiency.
  • Market & Competition –
  • Provide regular, actionable market intelligence updates by monitoring industry trends, competitive activities, and regulatory changes.
  • Develop and present strategic recommendations to address competitive threats and identify business growth opportunities.
  • Collaborate with the Chief Strategy Officer and business units to refine competitive strategies, ensuring the organization maintains and enhances its market leadership position.

Support activities :

  • Mergers & Acquisitions –
  • Support activities pertaining to end-to-end M&A lifecycle including target identification, evaluation, deal structuring, negotiation, and integration planning.
  • Collaborate closely with Corporate Development, Finance, Legal, and operational teams to conduct due diligence, financial modeling, valuation, and synergy assessment.
  • Support strategic inorganic growth by sourcing acquisition opportunities aligned with corporate strategy, preparing investment cases, and facilitating seamless post-merger integration to maximize shareholder value and business performance.
  • Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to the Chief Strategy Officer and executive committee regarding M&A pipeline and transaction status.
  • Cost optimization –
  • Support identification & implementation of cost optimization initiatives across business units by analyzing existing cost structures, operational efficiencies, and vendor contracts
  • Partner with finance and performance management teams to develop actionable plans aimed at reducing costs while maintaining or improving service quality and performance.
  • Track outcomes of cost-saving measures and report their impact on profitability and cash flow to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to institutionalize cost discipline and promote a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
  • Education Qualification & Certifications :

    MBA from any of the Top 10 B-Schools / CA

    Relevant Experience : -

  • 12-14 years of professional experience, preferably in steel or related industries / top tier consulting firms
  • Proven middle management / leadership accomplishments
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