(Co-)identification, evaluation, development and active implementation of projects to advance products, offerings and business models (including operational optimization, business development, M&A-related topics, new projects and investments)
Project lead or co-pilot for special and development projects with clear responsibility for results
Work on company-building topics across key areas such as operational processes, organizational structures, personnel, and IT/work tools
Independently identify relevant fields of action based on qualitative and quantitative analyses, and proactively initiate and drive topics forward
Provide substantive support to executive management in preparing important internal and external meetings and events
Project-based collaboration with external partners

High personal responsibility and ownership for your topics — from idea to implementation
Strong 80/20 mindset with a focus on essentials and pragmatic, effective solutions
Enjoy independently prioritizing tasks, preparing decisions thoroughly and executing them
Confident handling of decision-making scope in a professional, fact-based environment
Initial relevant professional experience (approx. 1–2 years) in management consulting, in-house consulting, corporate development, or a comparable role
Excellent analytical skills combined with a genuine hands-on mentality
Strong interest in entrepreneurial questions, business models and operational implementation
Structured, independent working style and clear communication
Confident presence when interacting with executive management, leaders and external partners
Very good German language skills, both written and spoken.

Part-time explicitly welcome (e.g. 60–80%)
Remote work possible with approximately 50% presence at the company headquarters in Duisburg
Flexible working hours in coordination with project requirements
Direct link to executive management, short decision-making paths and genuine decision authority
Scope to shape projects instead of committee work
Visible impact of your work within the company
Broad project scope rather than a narrow line role
Entrepreneurial environment with professional, appreciative collaboration
Attractive development opportunities depending on interests and strengths

Manager, Business Development & Strategy

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