Strategy Manager

Walker Lovell; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional compensation package

Performance-linked bonus

Opportunity for role rotation

Real autonomy and growth options

Direct visibility with senior leadership

Job summary

A leading global industrial group in Fort Worth is seeking a Global Recruitment Director to lead strategic M&A initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of relevant experience and a strong track record in corporate development. This role offers exceptional compensation and the opportunity to influence strategy within an expanding firm that values commercial thinking and loyalty. You'll engage with senior leadership and work on high-impact projects that drive the business forward.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in strategy, corporate development, or M&A within an industrial, mining, chemicals, or materials business.
• End-to-end deal experience with broader strategic or operational exposure.
• A track record of progression and stability in prior roles, not a job-hopper.

Responsibilities

• Lead valuation, diligence, and post-deal integration of strategic M&A.
• Drive strategic initiatives across commercial, operations, and FP&A.
• Identify and assess new markets, technologies, and investment themes.
• Present strategic insights and business cases to executive leadership.

Skills

Strategic initiatives

Commercial judgment

Analytical depth

Stakeholder influence

Job description

Global Recruitment Director at Walker Lovell Recruitment

Location: Fort Worth, TX (On-site)

Travel: Up to 50%

Compensation: Exceptional package reflecting scope and potential

Step out of pure M&A and into high-impact strategy – with real influence, visible outcomes, and exposure across the business.

This is a rare chance to move beyond transactions and into strategic ownership – within a globally respected industrial group that backs its talent with real responsibility and long-term opportunity.

• Exceptional comp for high performers
• Strong base + performance-linked bonus
• Opportunity to rotate into commercial, operations, or finance
• Real autonomy to shape your path and grow your remit
• Direct visibility with senior leadership

Why This Business

This is a global industrial leader with deep expertise across mining, materials, and specialty chemicals. Backed by long-term investment and a strong balance sheet, it is actively expanding its footprint through both acquisition and organic growth. With a low-ego, high-output culture, this is a business that rewards those who think commercially, execute with discipline, and stay the course.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead valuation, diligence, and post-deal integration of strategic M&A
• Drive strategic initiatives across commercial, operations, and FP&A
• Identify and assess new markets, technologies, and investment themes
• Present strategic insights and business cases to executive leadership

What You’ll Bring

• 7–10 years in strategy, corporate development, or M&A within an industrial, mining, chemicals, or materials business
• End-to-end deal experience, plus broader strategic or operational exposure
• Strong commercial judgement, analytical depth, and stakeholder influence
• A track record of progression and stability in prior roles – not a job-hopper

Who This Suits

You’re an M&A-trained strategist with industrial exposure and long-term career ambition. You want variety, challenge, and a seat at the table – and you're ready to build a lasting career in a business that values loyalty, capability, and commercial thinking.

Apply now for a confidential conversation with Walker Lovell.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management
• Industries: Mining