Manager Strategy & Transformation

Making sure companies are in their best possible shape, fit for the future; that is the core of what we do. We identify opportunities and make them work. Thorough. Fast. Together. From strategy to implementation. From boardroom to shop floor. In short, we are a fast-growing no-nonsense consulting firm. Valcon is an acronym for Value Consulting, as value is the central focus in everything we do for our clients. We have the full range of capabilities and expertise that our clients need to give them a competitive advantage through people, processes, data and technology. We work with more than 800 enthusiastic colleagues in North-Western Europe for clients such as Heineken, Schiphol, BAM, TenneT, ABNAMRO, Novo Nordisk, SKF and several Governmental agencies.

What are you going to do?

As a Manager Strategy & Transformation, you contribute to the development and realization of the vision and mission of Valcon. You take responsibility for the quality of our work, and you take the lead in structuring projects. You analyse the current performance of clients and the environment in which they operate, and you develop strategic options on which you advise clients. You also support the senior executives at our clients with the required transformation. By doing this, you help clients towards improved business performances, while also preparing them for the future. In addition, you play an active role in the acquisition of new projects, and you promote entrepreneurship within the organization.

Who are you?

You have the right fit if you have strong analytical and conceptual abilities, if you are able to quickly grasp new settings, and if you can distil core from side issues. Also, you have a healthy dose of courage and perseverance, and you are able to connect with the client at all levels. You have completed both pre-university education and an academic degree with excellent results. The combination of being smart, being curious and having good social skills is key to be successful!

Responsibilities

  • Managing and guiding strategy consultants on projects and in their personal development.
  • Analysing the performance of organizations and the industry dynamics, developing strategic options aimed to improve business performance, advising senior client executives and guiding transformations at clients.
  • Operational leadership of a project team.
  • Managing stakeholders and maintaining a network at clients.
  • Supporting the development of the Strategy & Transformation practice within Valcon.

Valcon core values

  • Can do
  • Together
  • Curiosity
  • Integrity
  • Joy

We offer

  • An energetic, ambitious and international environment with a great working atmosphere.
  • An environment with significant autonomy and responsibility.
  • A steep learning curve and structured coaching from your own mentor.
  • A thriving community, active in both business and social events.
  • Market relevant employment package (salary, benefits fund, bonus, lease car or mobility allowance and laptop).

Experience

  • Pre-university education and an academic degree that has a numerical component.
  • A minimum of 5 years work experience in a relevant role and responsibility for projects.
  • Ability to quickly comprehend organizational performances and industry dynamics.
  • Experience and a network within industries where Valcon is present (infrastructure & mobility, government, financial servies, industries and retail) is an advantage.
  • Ability to listen, cooperate and maintain a dialogue.
  • Commercial expertise; experience in building and maintaining customer relationships.
  • Fluent in Dutch and English.

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    Location

    Netherlands

    Manager Strategy & Transformation

      Job Primary Location: Netherlands