Senior Strategy Manager

The OpportunityAre you a driven strategist with an entrepreneurial mindset? In this role, you will support the Board of Directors and the Divisional Management Boards with strategy development, portfolio analyses, growth planning, and M&A. You challenge, structure, and deliver—hands‑on and embedded in the process.

What You Will Do

Strategy & Portfolio

• Co‑develop strategic growth plans with the Board and divisions (organic and via acquisitions).
• Run portfolio analyses and translate insights into clear choices and priorities.
  
  
  

Markets & Opportunities

• Proactively identify opportunities in existing and new markets.
• Convert opportunities into actionable plans with a robust business case and KPIs.
  
  
  

M&A (end‑to‑end)

• Play an active role across acquisition processes: market exploration, strategic rationale, commercial due diligence, value‑creation planning, and integration support.
  
  
  

Execution & Decision Support

• Prepare and challenge business cases on strategic fit and financial robustness.
• Produce board‑ready outputs (clear storyline, decision materials) and maintain momentum across initiatives.
  
  
  

Your Profile

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or business development, preferably in an international context.
• Affinity with automotive, specialised vehicle manufacturing, logistics, recycling, heavy equipment, or industrial services.
• Understanding of family‑business dynamics; practical experience is a plus.
• Proven track record advising C‑level and divisional leadership on market entry, portfolio reviews, and performance improvement.
• Experience in M&A (commercial due diligence and integration planning).
• Strong storylining skills: you translate complex analysis into clear narratives and hands‑on deliverables (presentations, memos, models).
• Comfortable operating from boardroom to project team; analytical, pragmatic, energetic, with strong ownership.
  
  
  

What We Offer

• Permanent contract with a competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• 25 vacation days per year.
• Hybrid working (IJsselstein and remote).
• Excellent pension plan and collective insurance options.
• Mobility budget option.
• Personal development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic, entrepreneurial, and supportive work environment.
  
  
  

About Royal Terberg Group

Royal Terberg Group is a leading Dutch family business with more than 155 years of history. We combine entrepreneurship with innovation and sustainability—from specialised vehicle manufacturing to industrial services. You will have room to grow, take initiative, and make tangible impact. Join Team Terberg and help build tomorrow.

Important Note

We give priority to candidates who are currently residing in the Netherlands. While Royal Terberg Group is an IND‑recognized sponsor, for this position we have chosen not to offer relocation support.

Apply & Contact

Interested in this opportunity? Please apply directly via the vacancy link. For questions about the role, you can contact Jan den Hartog at [email protected].

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