Economist (Corporate) jobs in Racine, WI

HOERBIGER is seeking a Corporate Development Manager (CDM) to work on strategic projects in the areas of sales and distribution strategy, geographic expansion, new product/business development, operational excellence, organization, and M&A.

The role reports to the Group Head of Business Development in Europe and will work directly with the Heads of two Business Units based in the US – the Safety Division in Marlborough, MA (near Boston) and the Rotary Solutions Division located in Waukegan, IL (near Chicago).

The position can be located either at either business unit - in Waukegan, IL or Marlborough, MA. Position involves travel 25%-30% of time both domestic and international.

Essential Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead, manage and/or coordinate strategic projects and initiatives at Divisional level. Ensure structured approach and results delivery
• Lead and develop market segmentation & market research. Develop and present insights, trends, and potential business models/strategies that deliver sales and margin growth. Creates a vision of where to play – how to win
• Participate in the annual strategy planning and implementation process. Actively engaging as sparring partner for the BU & Divisional heads.
• Engage with management at all levels, ensuring alignment and buy-in in a decentralized environment
• Identify key risks to achieving program goals/development of mitigation plans

Data Analytics

• Transform data and available information into valuable insights and actionable initiatives
• Autonomously identify, analyze, and recommend markets and segments of potential interest for Rotary and Safety Business Units, including coordination of commercial due-diligence projects
• Advocate for adopting innovative ways and ideas
• Focus is on growth (organic and M&A) and projects are mostly global, but internal stakeholders mostly in DACH region, USA, and China

Market/Customer Support

• Ability to uncover customer needs and translate product/service benefits in a highly engineered solutions company.
• Ability to synthesize various data to determine trends, opportunities, and conditions to build effective market segmentation models. Progressive experience in product life cycle management.
• Coordinate with Senior Leadership Teams of the divisions on high level strategies or confidential programs to ensure sustainable profitable growth, market leadership, and high customer satisfaction

Requirements

• Minimum three years’ experience in transactional Mergers & Acquisitions (target screening, evaluation, due diligence, deal execution and PMI)
• Minimum three years’ experience in Project Management, including experience leading complex and multi-functional projects
• Three years’ experience in Top-Tier consulting
• Financial savvy; strong understanding of financial statements/ledgers and application of financial theory to the corporate setting
• Motivated and passionate about industrial technology; experience in manufacturing, automation, operational excellence, supply chain
• Good communication skills (oral and written) and ability to interact with senior stakeholders
• Results oriented and pragmatic
• Hands-on and down to earth
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with multiple concurrent projects using creativity, flexibility, and organizational skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance, Engineering, or other related area required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Able/willing to travel 25%-30% of time both domestic and international.

Company Information

HOERBIGER is active throughout the world in the energy sector, the process industry, the automotive industry, the mechanical engineering sector, in safety engineering, and in the electrical industry. Our five divisions include Compression, Automotive, Rotary, Engine and Safety. Our team of over 5800 skilled professionals support manufacturing and service in 128 locations across 46 countries.

We Offer

HOERBIGER offers a dynamic, team-based environment with opportunity for advancement. Our robust benefits package includes: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, company paid Short- & Long-Term Disability coverage and Life Insurance, FSA & HSA, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Days, Paid Parental Leave, Tuition Reimbursement, and 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching contributions. Relocation benefits can be provided for this position.

HOERBIGER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug Free Workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person