Strategy Analyst (W/M)

Join Lesaffre, a global leader in yeasts and fermentation, as a Strategy Analyst. In this high-impact position, you will conduct key strategic studies, participate in M&A projects, and monitor competitor movements. You will have direct exposure to C-level decision-making and gain end-to-end experience in corporate strategy. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree, 2-4 years of relevant experience, and is comfortable working with numbers and data synthesis. The position is based in Lille, France, with the possibility of remote work 1-2 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Conduire des études stratégiques clés et formuler des recommandations pour la direction du groupe.
• Participer à plusieurs projets de fusions et acquisitions, de l'identification des cibles à la réalisation de la due diligence.
• Participer à la surveillance des mouvements stratégiques de nos concurrents et collaborer avec le réseau mondial d'analystes.
• Consultant (strategy, M&A, transformation, organization);
• Investment analyst (private-equity, investment banking);
• Strategy analyst within the strategy department of a large group.

Requirements

• You have a Master’s degree from an engineering school, business school or university. A background in biology / life sciences would be an asset. You have 2 to 4 years of experience in one or several of the following positions:
• You are familiar with the methodology of strategy consulting.
• An excellent level of English is required for this position.
• You are particularly comfortable working with numbers, producing relevant financial analyses and business plans. You are intellectually agile and have a great ability to synthesize data. You know how to grasp a mass of complex data and quickly extract relevant conclusions.
• You have excellent oral and written skills, and you convey your convictions with finesse and pedagogy. You also have excellent presentation skills in order to exchange with top management.

Benefits

• Join a family business rich in a long history with human-oriented values with a mission: To Nourish and Protect our Planet,
• Evolve in an enriching work environment and a multicultural context
• You will experience intellectual challenges within a multi-expertise network.

Additional Information

Location: Lille (France), possibility to work remotely (1 or 2 days per week)

*At Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow.*