Strategy Associate

NPK; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NPK International inc. is seeking a Strategy Analyst to support enterprise-wide strategic initiatives, growth, and value creation.

You will partner with stakeholders to evaluate opportunities, analyze market trends, and develop financial models to inform executive decisions. Reporting to Corporate Development & Strategy, you will contribute to strategic planning, market intelligence, and high-priority projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in consulting, corporate strategy, business advisory, corporate development, transaction advisory, strategic finance, or a similar analytical environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Experience developing financial models and business cases to support strategic decisions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic initiatives across the organization through research, analysis, and business case development.
• Analyze complex business problems and provide data-driven recommendations to support decision-making.
• Conduct market, industry, competitor, and customer research to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Develop financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to evaluate strategic opportunities and value creation initiatives.
• Support strategic planning activities, including long-range planning and growth strategy development.
• Prepare presentations and materials for executive leadership and key stakeholder meetings.
• Assist with the evaluation of acquisitions, partnerships, investments, and other corporate development opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support transformation initiatives and strategic projects.
• Track and measure the performance of strategic initiatives and provide insights for continuous improvement.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Strategic analysis

Financial modelling

Excel & PowerPoint

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Economics

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Work Location:US.TX.The Woodlands.9320 Lakeside Boulevard

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Job Summary

The Strategy Analyst supports enterprise-wide strategic initiatives that drive growth, operational performance, and long-term value creation. This role partners with stakeholders across the organization to evaluate business opportunities, analyze market trends, develop financial models, and provide insights that support executive decision-making.

Reporting to the Corporate Development & Strategy team, the Strategy Analyst will contribute to strategic planning, business development, transformation initiatives, market intelligence, and other high-priority projects. This position is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving complex business challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Support strategic initiatives across the organization through research, analysis, and business case development.
• Analyze complex business problems and provide data-driven recommendations to support decision-making.
• Conduct market, industry, competitor, and customer research to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Develop financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to evaluate strategic opportunities and value creation initiatives.
• Support strategic planning activities, including long-range planning and growth strategy development.
• Prepare presentations and materials for executive leadership and key stakeholder meetings.
• Assist with the evaluation of acquisitions, partnerships, investments, and other corporate development opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support transformation initiatives and strategic projects.
• Track and measure the performance of strategic initiatives and provide insights for continuous improvement.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in consulting, corporate strategy, business advisory, corporate development, transaction advisory, strategic finance, or a similar analytical environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Experience developing financial models and business cases to support strategic decisions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

WHY JOIN NPK?

One of NPK's Core Values is Excellence. It means we are committed to delivering value through performance, innovation, and service quality, and that commitment starts with YOU! NPK is where you can challenge yourself in new and exciting ways and work in an environment that supports and values you. Here at NPK, we are committed to finding, developing, retaining, and rewarding the best talent while providing an environment where our employees can grow professionally and personally.

What We Value

At NPK, our values, safety, integrity, accountability, respect, and excellence are more than words - they are non-negotiable fundamentals that define what is important to us. They are the foundation for our purpose.

Our Purpose encapsulates how our values work together to drive our decision-making, actions, and behaviors. They help us create meaningful relationships with each other, our clients, and partners. Every day, we strive to live these values and fulfill our purpose, building a culture that reflects who we are and where we're headed.

P - People Focused - First in every action

U - United - Different voices make us stronger together

R - Reliable - Unwavering in our quality and service

P - Passionate - Energy and excitement is our fuel

O - Optimistic - Any moment is a chance to shine

S - Sincere - Authenticity starts with vulnerability

E - Enterprising - Agility is the key to opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. NPK and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, sexual orientation, disability, military service/veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

NPK International, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applications with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Manager, HR Governance & Compliance at [e-mail]