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Strategy and Corporate Development Analyst
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<p><img src="https://www.relexsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/all-relex-2018.jpg" alt="" width="100%" height=""></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Strategy and Corporate Development Analyst </strong></p> <p>RELEX is now looking for an Analyst to join our recently launched Strategy and Corporate Development team. The team is responsible for facilitating RELEX’s group-level strategy process, supporting the implementation and follow-up of strategic initiatives and coordinating the group’s corporate development activities (incl. mergers and acquisitions). Our work is versatile by nature, and we work closely with several different stakeholders from inside and outside of the RELEX organization.</p> <p>Your role is to support the planning, implementation and follow-up of RELEX group-level strategic development initiatives and RELEX’s corporate development activities. Your duties include market research on e.g. key trends and competitive landscape, supporting strategic development initiatives and supporting in assessing and executing M&A opportunities. You will report to the Head of Strategy and Corporate Development but work closely and directly with also other internal and external stakeholders.</p> <p>This is an ideal role for an entrepreneurial-minded individual who wants to be part of building a unique success story and to play a key role in supporting our high-paced international growth. You are self-motivated and willing to take on new challenges. You will join an ambitious group of smart people; all committed to RELEX’s success. RELEX, in turn, does its very best to take good care of its people.</p> <p>This position is located in Helsinki, Finland, with flexible opportunities for remote work.</p> <p><strong>What you will be working on:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Conduct market research and provide recommendations to support our strategic initiatives and corporate development activities</li> <li>Analyze competitive landscape, collect, maintain, and share relevant insights on competition and prospective M&A targets or partners</li> <li>Conduct analyses on the group’s performance and assess potential growth and improvement opportunities</li> <li>Actively participate in developing the tools and processes of RELEX’s Strategy and Corporate Development function</li> <li>Provide other analysis support for the work of RELEX’s Leadership and Board of Directors</li> </ul> <p><strong>What you will bring to the table:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Relevant Master's or Bachelor's degree <ul> <li>E.g. Management Science, Industrial Engineering & Management, Information Networks, Business Technology, Economics and Business Administration</li> </ul> </li> <li>Relevant work experience in e.g. management consulting or investment banking <ul> <li>Experience in SaaS business or Supply-Chain Management is considered an advantage</li> </ul> </li> <li>Strong proven analytical and problem-solving skills</li> <li>Proactive and result-driven attitude towards work</li> <li>Business acumen, ability to understand what drives value for our customers and RELEX</li> <li>Entrepreneurial mindset with interest towards developing the business</li> <li>Ability to deal with uncertainty and ambiguity</li> <li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills</li> <li>Fluent in both written and spoken English <ul> <li>Other language skills are considered an advantage</li> </ul> </li> <li>Excellent coordination skills and experience in project management</li> </ul> <p><strong>What we offer you in return:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A vantage point for a fast-growing international SaaS company, supported by reputable investors</li> <li>An international work-environment with constantly new learning and development opportunities</li> <li>Fun, ambitious, and committed group of smart people to work with</li> <li>Flexible work schedules</li> <li>A respectful and professional, yet easy-going atmosphere where individual thinking is encouraged</li> <li>Responsibilities in challenging projects from day one</li> <li>A position where you can help retailers fight against food waste</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Are you the one we’re looking for? Apply today and become a part of our RELEX family!</strong></p> <p>You can apply by sending your cover letter and resume through the application form as soon as possible, but no later than <strong>4th of November</strong>. Please note that we will fill this position as soon as the right person is found, so we recommend you to act quickly.</p> <p>If you have questions, Sanober Masalawala (sanober.masalawala[a]relexsolutions.com) from our recruitment team is happy to answer them. Kindly note that we cannot process any applications through email.</p> <p><em>Due to the ongoing global COVID-19 situation, we’re currently unable to schedule in-person interviews, and onboarding is primarily completed remotely, depending on country-specific recommendations. Our mission is to keep everyone safe while adapting to changing times.</em></p> <p><strong>About RELEX</strong></p> <p>RELEX Solutions is a leading provider of cutting-edge retail optimization software. We offer our customers radically improved demand forecasting and supply chain optimization, which then can be leveraged into exponential benefits — optimizing store space, allocation, workforce, pricing and promotion strategies, all within our unified platform.</p> <p>RELEX is trusted by leading brands including S Group, Marks & Spencer, Delivery Hero, Circle K, Auchan, and Rossmann, and has offices across America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region.</p> <p>In addition to its three operative founders and its employees, RELEX is owned by renowned American growth investors TCV and Summit Partners.</p>