International Business Strategy and Planning Analyst - US based

MATTR; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonus plan

Educational Assistance Program

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

MATTR is seeking an International Business Strategy and Planning Analyst based in the US to work with senior leaders. This role blends strategic planning, financial analysis, and project execution to inform executive decisions, drive growth, and shape corporate direction across global markets.

Hybrid work is offered, with travel involved. The successful candidate will analyze performance, develop actionable recommendations, and support strategic initiatives, balancing multiple priorities in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with MBA or related discipline preferred.
• Experience in strategy, planning, analysis or related fields.
• Ability to act as a trusted business advisor across functions.
• Strong ability to navigate ambiguity and implement structured processes.
• Track record of driving process and system improvements with measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of strategic plans and decision-support materials.
• Support modernization and transformation governance across business units.
• Perform system modeling and analysis to improve automation and efficiency.
• Research industry trends and market opportunities to inform decisions.
• Prepare management reporting at quarterly, annual, and Board levels.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights with dashboards and models.
• Monitor KPIs and report results to leadership with risk and recommendations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to establish market indicators and scorecards.
• Maintain competitive intelligence on sales, product developments, and activity.
• Support market sizing and TAM/SAM analyses across product portfolios.
• Provide global revenue analysis by market for each business unit.
• Deliver ad hoc analyses to support leadership decisions.
• Support M&A due diligence and integration planning with executive presentations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to assess strategic implications.

Skills

Strategic analysis

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Ambiguity navigation

Project management

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Global teams

Data-driven insights

Education

Engineering + MBA

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Copilot)

Job description

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International Business Strategy and Planning Analyst - US based

Location: Houston, TX, US, 77086

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Location: Dallas or Houston, TX or Fairfield, OH

Travel: Approximately 20% international travel required to support operations in key business regions

Summary

Reporting directly to the Group President, the International Business Strategy and Planning Analyst (“IBA”) is a unique opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys understanding how businesses work, solving complex problems, and helping leaders make better decisions.

This is a highly visible role that combines strategy development, business analysis, financial insight, and project execution. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders across the organization, helping to assess business performance, develop recommendations, and support strategic initiatives.

We're looking for someone who is naturally curious, analytical, and commercially minded. You enjoy digging into data to understand what is really driving business results, asking thoughtful questions, and turning insights into practical recommendations. You're comfortable working in a changing environment and able to successfully balance multiple priorities in situations where the answers are not always clear. A successful IBA can balance detailed analysis with a broader business perspective.

The role also requires strong communication skills. Whether preparing executive presentations, supporting strategic planning exercises, or participating in leadership discussions, you can simplify complex information and present it clearly, in a way that is concise, and actionable.

For someone looking to accelerate their development, this position provides exceptional exposure to executive leadership, enterprise-wide challenges, and high-impact growth initiatives. It offers the opportunity to build a broad understanding of the business, develop leadership capabilities, and play a meaningful role in shaping Mattr's future direction and success.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, documentation, and execution of strategic plans, business plans, and decision-support materials aligned with organizational objectives.
• Support governance and planning of modernization and transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment across business units and teams.
• Perform system modeling, analysis, and project-based engineering to enhance automation, optimization, and operational efficiency.
• Conduct in-depth research on industry trends, competitive landscapes, and market opportunities to inform strategic decision-making.
• Prepare and deliver quarterly, annual, and Board-level management reporting packages.
• Analyze and translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights using reports, dashboards, charts, and models.
• Track strategic initiative execution against KPIs, providing regular updates, risk identification, and recommendations to leadership.
• Partner with stakeholders to establish KPIs, market indicators, and performance scorecards; monitor and report on results.
• Maintain competitor intelligence, including tracking annual sales, product developments, and significant market activities.
• Monitor key markets and projects, reporting on major developments, commercial activity, and emerging opportunities.
• Support market sizing activities (TAM, SAM, market share) across product portfolios using relevant research and data.
• Provide monthly global revenue analysis by market for each business unit within the segment.
• Deliver ad hoc financial and operational analyses to support leadership decision-making.
• Collaborate with Corporate Business Development on M&A initiatives, including preparing executive-level presentations and analyses.
• Support all stages of the transaction lifecycle, including due diligence and integration planning, ensuring effective portfolio integration.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to assess business decisions and their strategic and operational implications.
• Contribute to strengthening and maturing business planning processes across Mattr’s business segments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering combined with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or related discipline is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of directly relevant experience in strategy, planning, analysis, or related fields.
• Proven ability to act as a trusted business advisor, collaborating across functions to achieve organizational goals.
• Strong capability to navigate ambiguity, simplify complex challenges, and implement structured processes.
• Demonstrated track record of driving process and system improvements with measurable outcomes.
• Experience in strategic planning, financial analysis, valuations, and developing profitable growth strategies.
• Solid understanding of corporate finance and performance management principles.
• Advanced project management experience, including leading analytical projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Copilot.
• Familiarity with industry-specific software and tools is considered an asset.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence outcomes.
• Experience working with global, cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong networking abilities and credibility with internal and external stakeholders.

Why Join Mattr?

• Attractive incentive bonus plan
• Generous paid vacation allowance
• Educational Assistance Program
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses
• Safety gear and personal protective equipment (PPE) allowance
• Flexible health, dental & vision benefits with HSA rollover
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
• 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Wellness and mental health support programs
• Exclusive discounts (Perkopolis & GoodLife Fitness)

What Mattr Offers

• At Mattr, safety comes first! We go the extra mile to ensure our employees are safe and healthy
• We understand times have changed and so have we. Mattr offers flexible work arrangements (where possible) to suit your needs
• Comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive salaries, annual incentives, medical benefits, retirement savings plans, paid vacation days, education assistance programs, corporate discounts and more!
• Participation in service milestone awards and recognition opportunities
• Access to mental health support resources such as our Headversity mental health and wellness platform and free, confidential access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Rewarding growth opportunities (may include global career and travel opportunities) supported by personalized training, development and mentoring programs - including LinkedIn Learning access for all employees!
• Commitment to providing a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace environment
• We prioritize our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) values and offer a paid Impact Day, allowing employees an opportunity to support charitable organizations in their communities
• Company events, social gatherings and team building activities that promote fun!
• We’re working to create a better world. Join us!

Mattr delivers advanced material technologies and complex manufacturing expertise through brands offering engineered products, technology and solutions to support infrastructure projects & markets world-wide. Mattr brands: AmerCable, Shawflex, DSG-Canusa, Flexpipe and Xerxes.

At Mattr, we have built a true team environment where all employees are empowered to contribute to the success of the company. We want you to join our team!