Infrastructure Projects Solutions Manager

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Sudáfrica, Gauteng, Midrand

Indefinido

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¿Por qué te necesitamos?

The Infrastructure Projects Solutions Manager will play a critical leadership role in driving strategic business growth across targeted Sub-Saharan African markets for Saint-Gobain. This role will focus on developing country-specific market entry and growth strategies, aligning internal capabilities with external opportunities, and supporting the execution of initiatives that enable sustainable business expansion within the infrastructure sector.

Working across diverse markets and in close collaboration with regional and cross-functional teams, the successful candidate will leverage market intelligence, commercial insight, and operational understanding to enable sustainable growth, strengthen market presence, and unlock new opportunities within the construction and building materials sector across Africa.

Location: The primary location for this position is Midrand, South Africa. However, as this is a regional role, applications are open to candidates who have the legal right to work in any of the Saint-Gobain Africa countries in which the company operates across Sub-Saharan Africa.

Key responsibilities:

Opportunity Identification and Analysis

Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities across regions and sectors
Analyse market dynamics, competitor activity, and customer needs
Evaluate the commercial viability of opportunities, including risks and potential returns
Translate data and insights into clear business cases

Country Specific Strategy Development

Develop tailored market entry, product portfolio and growth strategies for targeted countries
Align strategies with organisational goals, product offerings, and operational capabilities
Identify optimal go-to-market approaches based on local market conditions
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to refine and validate strategic plans

Market and Operational Alignment

Assess manufacturing capabilities, sourcing options, and supply chain considerations
Evaluate availability and capability of local resources and partnerships
Analyse project pipelines and industry trends to prioritise opportunities
Ensure alignment between business strategy and operational feasibility

Strategy Execution Support

Support the implementation of approved strategies across relevant markets
Coordinate with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, supply chain, finance)
Monitor progress against strategic objectives and timelines
Identify and address execution challenges and risks

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Engage with regional teams to ensure local market insights are incorporated
Support leadership with strategic reporting and recommendations

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Minimum requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Commerce, Economics or similar
5–10 years’ relevant experience in business development, commercial strategy, market analysis, or strategic growth roles within multinational or regional organisations with a focus on infrastructure projects
Proven experience working across multiple countries or regions within Sub-Saharan Africa, with a strong understanding of diverse market dynamics and business environments
Experience within the construction, building materials, manufacturing, industrial, or infrastructure sectors will be highly advantageous
Strong commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to assess market opportunities, profitability, risks, and long-term business potential
Demonstrated ability to conduct market research, competitor analysis, and business intelligence activities to support strategic decision-making
Experience developing and implementing market entry, go-to-market, and growth strategies across different markets
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities, with the ability to translate insights into actionable business plans
Proven ability to manage and influence cross-functional stakeholders across commercial, operational, and leadership teams
Strong project coordination and execution capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in French will be advantageous due to the regional scope of the role

Información legal

"We value the importance of a diverse workforce as a cornerstone of our business success. Our primary focus in selecting the most suitable candidates for our roles is based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We wholeheartedly embrace the principle of equal opportunity in our employment processes and are committed to eliminating any unlawful discrimination in our hiring practices."