WHO IS LAFARGE
As a member of Holcim Group, a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure, and improved living standards all over Egypt. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, thriving with our people and communities. Lafarge Egypt launched one of the largest cement plants in the MENA region which is located in Ain Al-Sokhna, with a plant capacity of 9.5 MT and 5 state-of-the-art production lines. Through its established business operations in Cement, Ready-Mix concrete, Lafarge Egypt has demonstrated its commitment to the provision of sustainable building materials. Lafarge Egypt continuously seeks to meet the needs of a wide range of customers including but not limited to individual homebuilders, large construction companies, architects, or local artisans, powered by 1500 passionate employees.
Overview
- To contribute to the strategic thinking efforts of the BU & developing the BU Strategic Review Process from onset to the delivery phase, ensuring a forward-looking, innovative approach to identifying opportunities and driving strategic initiatives. The role requires a strong ability to analyze market trends, develop out-of-the-box strategies, and formulate business cases for new products and ventures. The Strategy Lead will support shaping the BU's strategic direction, ensuring alignment with Group Strategy, and driving impactful decision-making processes.
- Manage the required strategic analysis for the different contexts facing the BU.
Responsibilities:
1-Health & Safety:
- Adhere to and enforce relevant legislation and policies and ensure that the highest degree of safety and safe working practices are maintained.
2-Functional:
Strategy Formulation
Contribute in conducting The Strategy Review Process of The BU, through applying/managing the following:
- Applying the group and division strategic guidelines for the Strategy Review Process ensuring a forward-thinking and innovative approach.
- Conduct deep strategic analysis, leveraging political, economic, social, and technological insights & context to anticipate industry disruptions and opportunities.
- Identify market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape shifts (new entrants, buyers, suppliers, and substitutes) to develop long-term strategic initiatives.
- Develop the supply/demand balance for the forecast period and identifying the BU strategic position
- Conducting the required market research, analysis, and data consolidation to conclude on recommendations to assist the strategy director to setup and develop the BU Strategy
- Challenge conventional thinking and generate innovative solutions that drive business growth and operational efficiency.
- Assess and propose strategic partnerships, M&A opportunities, and market expansion strategies, ensuring alignment with corporate & group objectives.
Strategy Implementation
Monitor the Strategy Implementation Phase of the BU, through:
- Oversee and ensure the successful execution of key strategic projects, providing thought leadership and direction.
- Conducting of the timely strategy review updates, quarterly or monthly basis
- Design & develop the required strategic analysis for different contexts facing the BU decision making process
- Translate strategic initiatives into actionable roadmaps, balancing innovation with execution feasibility.
- Oversee and ensure the successful execution of key strategic projects, providing thought leadership and direction.
- Develop and run the strategic financial models, as per the case, ensuring data-driven decision-making and sound investment strategies for the implementation of the BU strategy process
- Foster collaboration across departments to ensure alignment and integration of strategic initiatives.
- Continuously track and refine strategy implementation based on market feedback, performance metrics, and emerging trends.
- Prepare and present high-impact strategic reports / presentations and recommendations to the executive leadership team.
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience:
Education:
- Bachelor Degree in business, economics, engineering, etc - MBA is a plus.
Technical Skills:
- Business acumen, with a main focus on strategy and strategic planning
- Solid technical knowledge of processes and industry
- Solid understanding of market dynamics, opportunities and their evolution
- Strong analytical and presentation skills
- Good Financial & Economic assessment back ground
- Strong strategic mindset with a proven track record of developing and executing business strategies.
- Excellent project management capabilities, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive execution.
- Proactive, innovative thinker who can challenge the status quo and drive transformation.
- Experience in business case development, financial modeling, and launching new products or services.
Experience:
- 6 Years of experience in related business fields.
WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE
Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.
YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you're in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you'll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You'll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas, and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it's only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.
