Strategic Growth & Partnerships Director

Sibelco Group; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibelco Group seeks a senior growth strategist to identify opportunities, govern growth initiatives, and lead cross-functional teams across EMEA. The role spans market analysis, partnership development, and piloting new business models to scale value creation.

The ideal candidate has a strategic mindset, strong P&L fluency, and proven track record in international B2B growth, with excellent English. A Master’s degree and ~10 years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Approximately 10 years of experience in business development, project management, venturing or growth-related roles.
• Experience in international B2B business environments.
• English – highly proficient (spoken & written)."

Responsibilities

• Identify white spaces and high-growth adjacencies within and beyond existing end-markets.
• Assess market attractiveness, scalability, and strategic fit of new applications and value propositions.
• Shape entry strategies balancing speed, investment discipline, and long-term value creation.
• Develop and manage strategic partnerships with customers, technology providers, and external stakeholders.
• Co-create new solutions with Technology & Innovation and validate via pilots/POVs.
• Explore and test new business models to enhance customer value while improving profitability.

Skills

P&L metrics

Financial KPIs

Commercial & ops

M&A lifecycle

Strategic thinking

Conceptual thinking

Critical thinking

Team leadership

Motivating teams

International B2B exp

English proficiency

Other language asset

Education

Master’s degree in Business/Finance/Engineering

Job description

Sibelco Group seeks a senior growth strategist to identify opportunities, govern growth initiatives, and lead cross-functional teams across EMEA. The role spans market analysis, partnership development, and piloting new business models to scale value creation.

The ideal candidate has a strategic mindset, strong P&L fluency, and proven track record in international B2B growth, with excellent English. A Master’s degree and ~10 years of relevant experience are required.