Strategy head

Michael Page; India; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Strategy Head for a leading lubricants player in India. This role involves shaping the global growth strategy and leading market insights. The ideal candidate must possess an engineering degree and extensive experience in consultancy and B2B industrial strategy.

The position offers exposure to global markets and the opportunity to influence senior stakeholders while driving strategic planning and execution.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in consultancy, strategy, and change management in B2B or Industrial manufacturing.
• Comprehensive understanding of the chemical industry and its dynamics.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and articulate the overall corporate and business unit strategy.
• Lead market, customer and competitive intelligence initiatives.
• Identify new growth opportunities, partnerships and M&A targets.

Skills

Consultancy expertise

Strategic planning

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Team management

Problem-solving skills

Education

Engineering degree

Academic background in business or strategy

Job description

• Shape global growth strategy for leading lubricants player
• Lead market insights and long term strategic bets

About Our Client

Our client is a global leader in specialty solutions, renowned for deep technical expertise, innovation‑led growth and a strong commitment to sustainability. They work closely with customers across industrial sectors to solve complex challenges through high‑performance products and services.

Job Description

• Own and articulate the overall corporate and business unit strategy
• Lead market, customer and competitive intelligence initiatives
• Identify new growth opportunities, partnerships and M&A targets
• Drive strategic planning, portfolio reviews and execution governance
• Act as a trusted advisor to the executive leadership team
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with sales, marketing, R&D and operations
• Translate strategy into measurable KPIs and track outcomes

The Successful Applicant

A successful Strategy Head should have:

• A strong academic background in business, strategy, or a related field.
• Proven expertise in consultancy, strategy, and change management in B2B or Industrial manufacturing
• Comprehensive understanding of the chemical industry and its dynamics.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A results‑driven approach with a focus on achieving strategic objectives.
• Engineering degree is a must

What's on Offer

• Proven experience in corporate or business strategy within B2B/industrial environments
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and structured thinking skills
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead without authority
• Exposure to global markets and complex organisations
• Excellent communication skills with a strategic and commercial mindset