Director, Point-of-View (POV) Strategy & Business Development

INVISTA; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 160,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

INVISTA is seeking a Director, POV SBD to shape long-term growth by developing market POVs, leading economic and financial analysis, and driving strategic initiatives from evaluation through execution. You will advise executive leadership and collaborate with commercial, operations, finance, and business leaders to translate insights into value creation.

The role requires entrepreneurial mindset, strong analytical skills, adaptability, and the ability to influence decisions across a complex

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategy, business development, corporate development, investment analysis, or a related field
• Experience within chemicals, petrochemicals, polymers, industrial manufacturing, materials, or related industries and/or prior experience with a Koch company
• Experience performing financial modeling, valuation, economic analysis, and cash flow modeling for strategic initiatives or capital projects
• Experience as a strategic advisor with a focus on M&A, divestitures, and joint collaborations
• Experience supervising or leading a team
• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Develop and Maintain Strategic Market POVs
• Develop, maintain, and continuously refine INVISTA's long-term market and industry point of view by leveraging market fundamentals, competitive intelligence, customer insights, economic analysis, strategic scenario planning, and Koch's knowledge networks
• Identify emerging trends, market shifts, competitive threats, and growth opportunities, translating insights into actionable recommendations that inform business strategy and investment decisions
• Lead Strategic Planning and Business Development
• Partner with business and senior leadership teams to develop and execute strategies aligned with INVISTA's long-term objectives
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and influence capital allocation, portfolio decisions, and growth priorities through robust business case development and strategic analysis
• Conduct Economic Analysis and Financial Modeling
• Perform financial modeling, cash flow analysis, valuation assessments, and scenario planning to evaluate capital projects, strategic investments, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other growth opportunities
• Develop data-driven recommendations that balance risk, return, and strategic fit, while supporting due diligence, transaction structuring, and value creation assessments
• Serve as a Strategic Advisor and Organizational Leader
• Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to business and executive leaders on significant business opportunities, challenges, and long-term value creation strategies
• Build organizational alignment around strategic priorities, foster strong internal and external partnerships, and enhance INVISTA's strategic and market capabilities
• Lead, develop, and mentor team members while helping build organizational capability in strategy, business development, economic thinking, and decision-making

Job description

Director, Point-of-View (POV) Strategy & Business Development

INVISTA is seeking a Director, Point-of-View (POV) SBD to join our team! The Director, POV SBD will play a critical role in shaping INVISTA's long-term growth strategy by developing and maintaining market points of view, leading economic and financial analysis, and driving strategic initiatives from evaluation through execution. This role serves as a strategic advisor to business and executive leadership, helping inform decisions regarding growth investments, portfolio optimization, partnerships, acquisitions, and other value-creating opportunities.

The successful candidate will combine market insight, economic thinking, and sound business judgment to identify opportunities and risks across the value chain. This individual will work closely with commercial, operations, finance, and business leaders to develop strategic recommendations and align resources to capture long-term value. The ideal candidate will possess an entrepreneurial mindset, intellectual curiosity, strong analytical skills, adaptability, and the ability to influence decisions across a complex organization.

What You Will Do

• Develop and Maintain Strategic Market POVs
• Develop, maintain, and continuously refine INVISTA's long-term market and industry point of view by leveraging market fundamentals, competitive intelligence, customer insights, economic analysis, strategic scenario planning, and Koch's knowledge networks
• Identify emerging trends, market shifts, competitive threats, and growth opportunities, translating insights into actionable recommendations that inform business strategy and investment decisions
• Lead Strategic Planning and Business Development
• Partner with business and senior leadership teams to develop and execute strategies aligned with INVISTA's long-term objectives
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and influence capital allocation, portfolio decisions, and growth priorities through robust business case development and strategic analysis
• Conduct Economic Analysis and Financial Modeling
• Perform financial modeling, cash flow analysis, valuation assessments, and scenario planning to evaluate capital projects, strategic investments, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other growth opportunities
• Develop data-driven recommendations that balance risk, return, and strategic fit, while supporting due diligence, transaction structuring, and value creation assessments
• Serve as a Strategic Advisor and Organizational Leader
• Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to business and executive leaders on significant business opportunities, challenges, and long-term value creation strategies
• Build organizational alignment around strategic priorities, foster strong internal and external partnerships, and enhance INVISTA's strategic and market capabilities
• Lead, develop, and mentor team members while helping build organizational capability in strategy, business development, economic thinking, and decision-making

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• 5+ years of experience in strategy, business development, corporate development, investment analysis, or a related field
• Experience within chemicals, petrochemicals, polymers, industrial manufacturing, materials, or related industries and/or prior experience with a Koch company
• Experience performing financial modeling, valuation, economic analysis, and cash flow modeling for strategic initiatives or capital projects
• Experience as a strategic advisor with a focus on M&A, divestitures, and joint collaborations
• Experience supervising or leading a team
• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• 10+ years of experience in strategy, business development, corporate development, investment analysis, or a related field

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company, INVISTA has a long history of working to make the world around you a better place. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, air bags, food packaging and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life’s essential products to market.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

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