Senior Manager Strategy, EMEA (m/w/d)

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Hamburg / Manchester

Workplace type: Hybrid

Position Summary:

Ready to drive impactful change at the intersection of innovation and strategy?

As a Senior Manager Strategy EMEA, you will be closely involved in defining priorities, driving growth, and shaping business models for the future within an international, purpose-driven environment.

In this role you will be responsible for delivering strategic initiatives that guide the long-term direction of the business. Reporting to the Senior Director Strategy EMEA & APAC, you will collaborate with senior stakeholders across functions and markets. Your focus will be on identifying growth opportunities, evaluating and executing strategic projects, and ensuring alignment with business goals across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning

• Lead the five-year strategic planning process for the EMEA region in close coordination with senior leadership
• Develop actionable regional strategies that align with global objectives and reflect market realities
• Provide strategic guidance across business units and functions by applying market insights and internal data

Mergers and Acquisitions

• Monitor the market to identify relevant M&A targets and assess their strategic fit and business impact
• Support or lead M&A processes from target identification through to financial analysis, due diligence, negotiation, and integration planning
• Maintain productive relationships with external stakeholders including target organizations, banks, and advisors

Business Development

• Identify and assess growth opportunities such as strategic partnerships, joint ventures, or new business models that complement core operations
• Lead the evaluation and execution of selected initiatives by preparing robust business cases and aligning internal stakeholders
• Build effective cross-functional collaboration, especially with innovation, marketing, operations, and finance

You’ll need these skills to be successful:

• Structured problem-solving and strategic thinking
• Clear and confident communication across stakeholder groups
• Business case development and financial modeling
• Flexibility and a proactive approach in dynamic environments
• Ability to foster collaboration and lead through influence

Qualified candidates will have:

• A degree in a financial, technical, or business-related field; a postgraduate qualification such as an MBA is a plus
• Strong experience in strategy and business development, ideally with exposure to both consulting and relevant industry environments
• A proven ability to prepare strategic plans, develop business cases, and manage complex M&A projects
• Financial literacy and the ability to turn analysis into meaningful decisions
• Experience working with senior leadership in a global, matrixed setting

Why Join Ingredion? 

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally (add depending on role) 
• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being,
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities.
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Referral Program – Refer top talent and earn a bonus if they’re hired
• Events – like Christmas party, family day or Suistainability day

Relocation Available: