Manager, Strategy

Are you our next creator of change?

Do you want to be part of creating solutions for mitigating climate change? At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel. Together we will accelerate transformation for a more sustainable future.

We are looking for you,

Manager, Strategy

to join our Strategy department in the Renewables Products business unit, based in Espoo, Finland.

In this role you get to shape the future of Neste and our Renewable Products business unit by developing the mid- to long term business unit strategy and ensuring its successful deployment to reach our strategic targets. 

You will work closely with our business stakeholders and be part of a dynamic and high-performing team; you will be able to lead projects independently but also work together with your team members on annual strategy rounds answering the most crucial questions impacting Neste’s future. To succeed in the role collaboration with a wider network of business and function stakeholders will be essential. 

This role provides high exposure to our leadership team, intellectual challenge and opportunities to influence our future. In this role, you will report to the Director, Strategy, Renewable Products.

Reasons to join

Real impact right now. We create solutions for mitigating climate change and accelerating a shift to a circular economy. We live by our values every day; we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

Safety and caring. We value safety always and everywhere. We want our work to feel good and do good. At Neste, we nurture a culture where everyone is welcome and feels safe, respected and encouraged to be their unique true selves.

Exciting growth. Transformation brings new possibilities, fostering both courage and curiosity. As a global company, collaboration is the key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working. We support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities.

In addition, our benefits for employees in Finland include, for example, a personnel fund as part of the overall remuneration, good occupational health care, and an extensive membership in a sickness or health insurance fund. We also support leisure time activities, e.g. by offering benefits for sports and culture.

More about the job

Your role in our team

• Develop and maintain the business area strategy and strategic roadmap and define how to measure success

• Conduct scenario planning and mid- to long-term strategic analysis across businesses and regions 

• Ensure business has a clear roadmap for competitiveness and growth

• Support executive decision making with data driven analysis

• Ensure alignment between corporate and business area strategy 

• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and resources in collaboration with sponsors and stakeholders

• Lead project planning, risk management, execution, and monitoring, ensuring quality and timely delivery

• Facilitate workshops, development sprints, and stakeholder sessions to drive alignment and progress

Keys to success in this role

• 4+ years of experience in corporate / business area strategy, consulting or investment banking roles

• Strong analytical skill set with ability to prove hypothesis through data driven analysis

• Ability to build models, define drivers and forecast trends

• Strong communication and storytelling skills

• Proven track record in leading cross-functional strategic initiatives

• Experience in working across matrix organizations and engaging with diverse stakeholder group

• Strong skills in project and program management, including scope definition, resource planning, risk management, and progress monitoring

• Solid understanding of transformation processes, from ideation to implementation

• Competence in impact measurement, continuous learning, and applying insights to improve future initiatives

• Responsible attitude and safety-oriented mindset

• Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance or a related field 

Other strengths we value is experience in working in an international environment / time spent living abroad.

Let’s get you started

We look forward to receiving your CV and application (with a salary request) by 16th of November.

If you have any questions regarding the process or the position, please get in touch with Director, Strategy, Alma Rec, +358 40 3380043 on 27th of October during 14:00-15:00 EET or on 5th of November during 15:00-16:00 EET.

Due to security and confidentiality, please submit your application through our recruitment system. Applications sent via email will not be considered. The recruitment process will include interviews and a possible aptitude assessment. The interviews will start as soon as suitable candidates are identified. The person selected for the position must pass a health examination including a drug test. A possible security clearance is obtained with your consent.

Neste in brief

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) creates solutions for mitigating climate change and accelerating a shift to a circular economy. The company is the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel, enabling its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste refines waste, residues and other renewable raw materials to high-quality renewable fuels at its refineries located on three continents. The company’s annual renewable fuels production capacity will be increased to 6.8 million tons in 2027.

Neste has high standards for sustainability and the company has consistently been recognized by several leading sustainability indices. In 2024, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 20.6 billion. Read more: neste.com

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