Head of Strategy and Investments

Baku Steel Company is looking for an experienced and strategic leader to head the Strategy and Investments function. The role is responsible for developing the corporate strategy, overseeing investment planning, driving the implementation of strategic initiatives, and ensuring effective performance monitoring. The position plays a key role in enabling data-driven, well-informed decisions aligned with the company’s long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning, Initiative Implementation & Monitoring

• Lead the development and periodic updates of BSC’s corporate strategy.
• Ensure structured and timely implementation of approved strategic initiatives.
• Monitor progress and performance of initiatives, identifying and reporting deviations.
• Conduct strategic assessments of markets, competitors, technologies, and improvement opportunities.

Investment Planning & Evaluation

• Oversee the preparation and evaluation of investment proposals.
• Guide feasibility studies and ensure quality and accuracy before submission.
• Collaborate with financial institutions, suppliers, and technical partners to gather inputs for feasibility analyses and financing options.
• Monitor the performance of major approved investments.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Finance, Commercial, Production, Procurement, and other functions to validate insights and analyses.
• Ensure that strategic priorities are aligned with budgeting and annual planning cycles.

Reporting & Governance

• Maintain structured documentation, templates, and workflows for strategic processes.
• Prepare regular reports on strategic initiatives, progress, and investment performance for senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s/MBA preferred.
• 7–10+ years of experience in strategy, investment analysis, or planning.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling.
• CFA or other relevant financial certifications are a strong advantage.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional coordination abilities.