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Sr Business Strategy Manager

RWE Americas

Chicago, ILFull-time$160–200K/yrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$160–200K/yr
Location
Chicago, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

RWE Americas is hiring a Sr Business Strategy Manager. The Business Strategy team, part of the broader Strategy department, plays a critical role in shaping the direction and growth of the company. This team leads and consolidates the annual strategy review, coordinates the implementation of strategic initiatives in collaboration with the business, and leads special initiatives on behalf of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). Moreover, the team defines, prioritizes, and drives broader transformation efforts that tangibly help to improve profitability, risk, and execution.

Key focus areas include Drive key workstreams in the Strategy Review process, Coordinate and drive strategy implementation projects, and Support, project manage, or lead ad-hoc strategic initiatives.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In STEM, Business, Or Other Relevant Fields, 7 Years Relevant Professional Experience In Power Industry, and Legally Authorized To Work In The United States. Important skills include Corporate Strategy, Clean Energy Industry Knowledge, Utility Industry Knowledge, US Power Markets, Transmission Grid, and Renewable Project Development.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Corporate StrategyClean Energy Industry KnowledgeUtility Industry KnowledgeUS Power MarketsTransmission GridRenewable Project DevelopmentRenewable Project CommercializationClean Energy TechnologiesProblem-SolvingAnalytical CapabilitiesBusiness AcumenCommunicationStakeholder ManagementStakeholder InfluenceOrganizationProject ManagementLeadershipInfluencing Without Formal AuthorityQuality and Excellence StandardsPragmatismImpact-OrientationOrganizational TransformationOperational TransformationWorkflow RedesignBusiness Case DevelopmentChange Management SupportDriving AdoptionChallenging the Status QuoIdentifying New IdeasSharing New IdeasSelf-StarterReliabilityCollaborationTeam-OrientedAdaptabilityHigh-IntegritySelf-ReflectionLearning From FeedbackActing on FeedbackExcelMicrosoft WordPowerPoint

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in STEM, Business, or Other Relevant Fields7 Years Relevant Professional Experience in Power IndustryLegally Authorized to Work in the United States

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Corporate Development / Strategy

Remuneration: Exempt

The Business Strategy team , part of the broader Strategy department, plays a critical role in shaping the direction and growth of the company. This team leads and consolidates the annual strategy review, coordinates the implementation of strategic initiatives in collaboration with the business, and leads special initiatives on behalf of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). Moreover, the team defines, prioritizes, and drives broader transformation efforts that tangibly help to improve profitability, risk, and execution.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Drive key workstreams in the Strategy Review process, developing solid analyses and actionable recommendations on business models, market prioritization, pipeline gaps, growth modes, capabilities & competitive positioning, business cases, etc...

  • Coordinate and drive strategy implementation projects, working closely with business units to ensure alignment and execution

  • Support, project manage, or lead ad-hoc strategic initiatives on behalf of the ELT, e.g. culture activation efforts, scouting of corporate acquisition/JV targets in alignment with the strategy, etc..

  • Define, prioritize, and lead transformation initiatives, in close collaboration with relevant business units, including assessing related business cases and supporting change management

  • Track company KPIs and prepare quarterly strategic performance reports for top management

  • Identify, evaluate, and integrate emerging trends and innovations (including AI) providing recommendations for integration into business strategies

  • Foster and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support strategic initiatives

  • Coordinate and support executive-level internal and external meetings (e.g., with board, investors, …)

Job Requirements and Experiences:

  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM, business, or other relevant fields required

  • Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience in the power industry, across strategy, management consulting or relevant business roles. Depending on relevance, advanced education in a related field may be considered towards experience requirements

  • Strong knowledge in key areas, including corporate strategy, clean energy and utility industry, US power markets / transmission grid, renewable project development / commercialization, clean energy technologies

  • Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical capabilities, and business acumen

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively engage and influence senior stakeholders

  • Strong organization and project management skills; highly independent

  • Demonstrated leadership skills, including influencing without formal authority

  • High standards for quality and excellence, while being pragmatic

  • Demonstrates strong impact-orientation across activities

  • Demonstrated ability to lead organizational or operational transformation efforts, including workflow redesign, business case development, and change management support, with a track record of driving adoption and delivering measurable outcomes

  • Productively challenges the status quo, identifying and sharing new ideas

  • Motivated and effective self-starter, reliable, collaborative, team-oriented, adaptable, high-integrity, self-reflective, able to learn and act on feedback

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

  • This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations

  • Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $160,000 - $200,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 92517. Any questions? Contact HR: [email protected] ([email protected])

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors – Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.

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