Strategic Growth Executive - M&A & Sustainability

Alleima; Hallstahammars kommun; On-site; SEK 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Kanthal is seeking a Vice President and Head of Strategy, M&A and Sustainability to lead the division's strategic agenda and support growth, profitability and long-term development. The role is based in Stockholm, Hallstahammar or Sandviken and involves international coordination.

You will lead a three-person team, align with Group strategy, drive organic and inorganic growth, and ensure sustainability is integrated into planning and investment decisions.

Qualifications

• Commercially minded and analytical leader with a track record in complex international environments.
• Experience in strategy development, execution, M&A and sustainability.
• Ability to translate long-term ambitions into measurable business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Division’s strategy process and advise the President, Division and BU Management Team.
• Lead and develop the Strategy, M&A and Sustainability team.
• Drive strategic initiatives that strengthen Kanthal’s market position, profitability and long-term competitiveness.
• Coordinate the annual strategic planning cycle, including strategic analyses, scenario planning, portfolio reviews and recommendations.
• Develop business intelligence capabilities covering market, competitor, technology and macroeconomic insights.
• Lead the Division’s M&A agenda, from opportunity identification, target screening and strategic assessment to due diligence oversight, valuation support and integration planning.
• Build and maintain a proactive acquisition pipeline aligned with Kanthal’s strategic priorities.
• Ensure sustainability considerations are integrated into strategy, business planning, and investment decisions.
• Initiate and lead strategic projects supporting both Divisional and Business Unit priorities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

M&A experience

Sustainability strategy

Team management

Stakeholder management

English communication

Education

University degree in Industrial Engineering and Management / Finance / Business Administration

Job description

Kanthal is seeking a Vice President and Head of Strategy, M&A and Sustainability to lead the division's strategic agenda and support growth, profitability and long-term development. The role is based in Stockholm, Hallstahammar or Sandviken and involves international coordination.

You will lead a three-person team, align with Group strategy, drive organic and inorganic growth, and ensure sustainability is integrated into planning and investment decisions.