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We are seeking an accomplished and visionary leader to join our executive team as Director of Strategy & Corporate Development at a state-owned enterprise (SOE) driving the transformation of Indonesia's agribusiness and food industry. This role is pivotal in shaping the company's long-term direction, driving transformation initiatives, and identifying sustainable growth opportunities across the agribusiness and food industry.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a strategic business architect—a leader who combines analytical rigor with visionary thinking, thrives in high-stakes environments, and consistently delivers measurable growth through bold transformation initiatives, corporate portfolio management, and strategic alliances.

Key Responsibilities

  • Construct and execute the corporate long-term plan through rigorous market research, competitive analysis, and scenario planning.
  • Provide strategic direction across all phases of corporate development.
  • Responsible for corporate growth initiatives, market entry strategies, and portfolio diversification.
  • Lead cross-functional transformation programs and corporate-level business expansion.
  • Develop and oversee comprehensive financial models, including scenario analysis, key assumptions, and business valuations.
  • Formulate and monitor corporate and subsidiary KPIs, ensuring alignment with shareholder aspirations and corporate objectives.
  • Identify, assess, and execute investment opportunities through feasibility studies, due diligence, and strategic partnerships.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to support long-term growth strategies.
  • Provide regular reports and insights on strategic initiatives, transformation impacts, and corporate development progress.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 15 years of professional experience, including at least 7 years in senior leadership roles.
  • Proven background in corporate strategy, corporate development, management consulting, or investment banking.
  • Strong educational foundation in Engineering, Finance, or Management (Master's degree strongly preferred).
  • Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, market entry strategy, M&A, investment analysis, and corporate transformation projects.
  • Track record in leading large-scale transformation and growth initiatives within complex organizations.
  • Exceptional skills in financial modeling, valuation, and scenario planning.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at the executive and board level.
  • Visionary, results-oriented, and adaptive to dynamic market and technological changes.