Manager / General Manager, Strategy

Wärtsilä; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä is a global technology leader in marine and energy markets, seeking a Manager / General Manager, Strategy to shape Marine's direction and translate it into business impact. You will work with senior leaders across the organisation, take ownership of strategic topics, lead cross-functional projects and build robust business cases.

The role requires management consulting experience, strong commercial judgement, excellent problem-solving and communication skills, plus an MSc

Qualifications

• Experience in management consulting, ideally with a leading strategy or management consulting firm.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to connect industry dynamics, competitive positioning and financial performance.
• Excellent understanding of P&L, business performance and value creation.
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects from inception to implementation.

Responsibilities

• Shape Marine’s strategy by translating market developments, customer needs, technology shifts and competitive dynamics into clear choices and priorities.
• Partner with Marine and Business Unit Management Teams to set objectives, challenge assumptions and strengthen decision-making.
• Turn priorities into action, establish accountability and track progress and impact.
• Identify and assess growth opportunities across markets, services, technologies, business models and the portfolio.
• Lead projects covering market assessment, competitive positioning, segments, products and geographies.
• Build robust business and financial cases to guide investment decisions.
• Evaluate M&A, venture and partnership opportunities with Business Units and Corporate Functions.
• Anticipate changes in the competitive environment and translate insights into Marine strategy implications.

Skills

Management consulting

Commercial acumen

P&L understanding

Problem solving

Communication skills

Project leadership

Ownership mindset

Strategic thinking

Analytical rigour

Influence senior stakeholders

Education

MSc in Engineering, Economics, or Business

MBA (advantage)

Job description

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians – deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's trade is carried by sea?

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services – together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

The Marine Strategy team plays a central role in defining where we compete, how we win and how we create sustainable, profitable growth. We address some of the most important questions shaping the maritime industry, from decarbonisation and new technologies to lifecycle opportunities and evolving customer needs.

Working closely with the Marine Management Team, Business Units and Corporate Functions, we combine market insight, financial analysis and sound judgement to turn complex questions into clear choices and actions.

We are now looking for a Manager / General Manager, Strategy to join our team, reporting to the Vice President, Strategy, Marine. The final position level will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience and capabilities.

The position is preferably located in Helsinki, Vaasa, or Turku (Finland). Other locations in Wärtsilä’s main European hubs may also be considered.

As Manager / General Manager, Strategy, you will help shape Marine’s direction and translate it into business impact. You will work with senior leaders across the organisation and take ownership of strategic topics and initiatives.

You will:

• Shape Marine’s strategy by translating market developments, customer needs, technology shifts and competitive dynamics into clear choices and priorities
• Partner with Marine and Business Unit Management Teams to set objectives, challenge assumptions and strengthen decision-making
• Turn priorities into action, establish clear accountability and follow progress and business impact
• Identify and assess growth opportunities across markets, services, technologies, business models and the portfolio
• Lead projects covering market assessment, competitive positioning, segments, products and geographies
• Build robust business and financial cases to guide investment decisions
• Evaluate M&A, venture and partnership opportunities together with Business Units and Corporate Functions
• Anticipate changes in the competitive environment and translate market and customer insights into implications for Marine
• Ensure consistency between Business Unit priorities and Marine’s overall direction
• Help articulate our direction clearly, aligning key internal and external messages with our priorities

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who combines strategic thinking, commercial judgement and analytical rigour with the ability to influence decisions and turn ideas into results.

You have:

• Experience in management consulting, ideally with a leading strategy or management consulting firm
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to connect industry dynamics, competitive positioning and financial performance
• An excellent understanding of P&L, business performance and value creation
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to structure complex and ambiguous questions
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to influence and constructively challenge senior stakeholders
• A proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects from the initial question through recommendation and implementation
• High ownership, intellectual curiosity and a hands-on, results-oriented mindset
• An MSc in Engineering, Economics, Business or a related field; an MBA is considered an advantage
• Knowledge of the maritime industry is considered an advantage, particularly knowledge of its market dynamics, technologies, lifecycle business, decarbonisation and future fuels

Why you and us?

The maritime industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation, driven by decarbonisation, new technologies and changing customer needs.

Joining Marine Strategy gives you the opportunity to influence the direction of a global technology leader, work closely with senior management and tackle some of the most important strategic questions facing our industry.

You will join an ambitious and collaborative team where you will have significant responsibility and the opportunity to make a tangible business impact.

Join us in shaping the future of marine!

Last application date: 09/11/2026

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings where applicable. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country legislation is followed.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.