Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Development

Fincantieri Marine Group has an opening for a Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Development at our Washington, DC location.

Fincantieri Marine Group is a main subsidiary of Fincantieri, a global organization with 20 shipyards across the world, a workforce of twenty thousand people and a mission to be world leaders in all segments that demand the very best in marine solutions. We strive to be the shipbuilder of choice in safety, quality, value and dependability by offering innovative and competitive maritime solutions tailored to our customers' needs.

Life at FMG

Fincantieri Marine Group has career opportunities at our three Wisconsin-based shipyards located at Marinette, Sturgeon Bay, and Green Bay, and our headquarters in Washington, D.C. We offer competitive wages, exceptional benefits with excellent premiums, and ample opportunities for advancement. And our large backlog provides the opportunity for long-term job security.

We are convinced that real change comes from the people who advocate it: people who are committed, dedicated and passionate about what they do help create the Company's future, the future of the sea, and their own future. We welcome those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and aspire to develop, grow, and leave their mark on our shipbuilding history dating back more than 230 years.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Development will lead the strategic planning, corporate development functions for the organization. This executive role is responsible for shaping the company's long-term strategic goals, identifying, and executing growth opportunities, and managing relationships with industry stakeholders. The VP will work closely with the executive team to drive business development, navigate regulatory environments, and foster strategic partnerships that align with the company's vision and objectives. Domestic and international travel may be required.

Essential Skills and Functions

• Develop and articulate a clear vision and strategic direction for the company's growth and development
• Create and implement strategic plans that align with organizational goals and market opportunities
• Make high-impact decisions regarding corporate development and government relations based on comprehensive analysis and strategic foresight.
• Lead the due diligence process for potential deals, including financial analysis, risk assessment, and market evaluation
• Develop and implement communication strategies to effectively convey the company's strategic goals
• Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, opportunities, and threats in the industry.
• Analyze competitors' strategies and performance to inform strategic decisions and identify competitive advantages.
• Oversee budgeting processes related to strategic initiatives and corporate development projects.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of strategic initiatives and make necessary adjustments.
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages teamwork and cross-functional cooperation
• Work closely with other departments (e.g., finance, legal, operations) to ensure integrated execution of strategic initiatives.
• Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance related to strategic projects.
• Mentor and lead a high-performing team.
• Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Manage complex projects from inception through execution
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
• All employees are required to adhere to ISO and OHSAS policies established by FMG and shall have high values for safety awareness
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

Fincantieri utilizes basic universal competencies for all employees that are consistent with our strategy, culture and values. Our competencies are intended to provide basic behavioral expectations for all roles and include the following:

• Open Mindset: Identify and analyze potential problems to implment effective solutions, adopting alternative perspectives and methods to improve processes, activities and tasks, embrace change and proactively seek development opportunities to acquire new skills
• Strategic Leadership: Lead toward shared and common goals while promoting a culture of trust, cohesion, follow through, and support, engaging with others and leveraging their peculiarities to successfully create value for the entire organization and promote development
• Accomplishment: Own projects and activities to achieve or exceed objectives, focus on priorities, time and budget constraints, resources and quality, embrace internal and external customer needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfaction
• Social Connection: Work interdependent and enhance collaboration between different teams, actively listen, communicate and share knowledge, embrace diversity and take value from all differences while promoting a culture of acceptance and inclusiveness

Leadership Competencies at Fincantieri Marine Group

At FMG, people leaders have the added responsibility of leading by example in communication, actions towards others, and performance output. We expect our leaders to spearhead an open feedback culture and promote empowerment across the organization by removing obstacles and resistance that arises from change, helping their teams manage uncertain situation, and staying focused on objectives with a positive attitude. Our leaders are empowered to take initiative and make the right decisions quickly, provided the resources to inspire and promote actions and initiatives, and encouraged to establish networks of links functional to the achievement of business goals.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands to handle materials or equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee's workspace is in a clean and comfortable climate-controlled setting with little to no exposure to the moving equipment, elements, extreme conditions, or risk of injury. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. When entering the shipyard, areas of the work environment may not be climate-controlled and there is exposure to moving equipment, etc.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Political Science, Public Affairs, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 15 Years of experience in strategic corporate development, business development or government relations is required

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities of the particular position. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Fincantieri Marine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and promotes a Drug Free Work Environment. Minorities, Women, Veterans and Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.