
Senior Strategy & Development Analyst
Required skills
- economic analysis
- demographic analysis
- competitive landscape analysis
- financial projection
- market intelligence
- strategic planning
- M&A
- joint ventures
- divestitures
- mergers
Nice to have
- B2B market research
- consulting
- finance
Role summary
Heidelberg Materials, a global building materials supplier, seeks a Senior Strategy & Development Analyst to prepare market and financial analyses, develop market intelligence databases, and support strategic planning. The role involves assessing business opportunities, including M&A, and creating actionable decision frameworks and presentations for senior management. Responsibilities include developing strategies for revenue growth, value enhancement, and cost optimization. The ideal candidate has a BA/BS in finance, business, economics, or a related field, with 2-4 years of relevant experience in industries like building materials, B2B market research, consulting, M&A, operations, or finance. Strong analytical, financial, research, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
About Us
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
What You'll Be Doing
- Prepare comprehensive analyses of economic, demographic, and competitive landscapes of current and potential markets as well as financial projection of businesses and projects.
- Nourish and develop market intelligence databases and provide market intelligence to S&D & Business leadership for short- and long-term strategic planning.
- Aid in assessing financial and strategic attractiveness and pursuing attractive opportunities, including organic growth projects as well as joint ventures, swaps, divestitures, mergers, and acquisitions.
- Convert information and analyses into actionable decision frameworks and summary presentations for senior management.
- Assist in creating strategies and plans to drive revenue growth, value enhancement and cost optimization.
- Support the Strategy and Development Department with all aspects of strategic development job duties.
What We Are Looking For
- BA/BS degree with a major or focus in finance, business, economics, quantitative analysis, information research or operations preferred.
- 2 to 4 years relevant professional experience gained in the building materials industry or a position in B2B market research, consulting, M&A, operations, or finance.
- Strong problem-solving, financial, research, and analytical skills with the ability to think both creatively and strategically.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills and strong attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Word.
Work Environment
- Collaborative office environment partnering with cross-functional teams and business leaders across the organization.
- Fast-paced setting focused on strategic planning, business analysis, and growth initiatives.
- Regular use of data analytics, financial modeling, and presentation tools to support decision-making.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
- Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
- Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
- Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled
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