Manager / General Manager, Strategy

Tiivistelmä työpaikkailmoituksesta: Wärtsilä is hiring a Manager / General Manager, Strategy for Marine to shape strategy and translate market, technology and customer shifts into clear choices and priorities. The role involves partnering with senior leaders, leading cross‑functional strategy projects, establishing accountability and driving implementation to deliver business impact. Candidates should have management consulting experience, strong commercial and P&L acumen, excellent problem‑solving and communication skills, and an MSc (MBA advantageous). The position is preferably based in Helsinki, Vaasa or Turku (other European hubs considered) and applicants should apply via Wärtsilä’s Careers portal by 09/11/2026, with questions directed to Tiia Rantonen. Tämä tiivistelmä on luotu tekoälyn avulla. Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians – deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's trade is carried by sea? We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services – together. Are you ready to jump onboard? The Marine Strategy team plays a central role in defining where we compete, how we win and how we create sustainable, profitable growth. We address some of the most important questions shaping the maritime industry, from decarbonisation and new technologies to lifecycle opportunities and evolving customer needs. Working closely with the Marine Management Team, Business Units and Corporate Functions, we combine market insight, financial analysis and sound judgement to turn complex questions into clear choices and actions. We are now looking for a Manager / General Manager, Strategy to join our team, reporting to the Vice President, Strategy, Marine. The final position level will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience and capabilities. The position is preferably located in Helsinki, Vaasa, or Turku (Finland). Other locations in Wärtsilä’s main European hubs may also be considered. As Manager / General Manager, Strategy, you will help shape Marine’s direction and translate it into business impact. You will work with senior leaders across the organisation and take ownership of strategic topics and initiatives. You will: Shape Marine’s strategy by translating market developments, customer needs, technology shifts and competitive dynamics into clear choices and priorities Partner with Marine and Business Unit Management Teams to set objectives, challenge assumptions and strengthen decision-making Turn priorities into action, establish clear accountability and follow progress and business impact Identify and assess growth opportunities across markets, services, technologies, business models and the portfolio Lead projects covering market assessment, competitive positioning, segments, products and geographies Build robust business and financial cases to guide investment decisions Evaluate M&A, venture and partnership opportunities together with Business Units and Corporate Functions Anticipate changes in the competitive environment and translate market and customer insights into implications for Marine Ensure consistency between Business Unit priorities and Marine’s overall direction Help articulate our direction clearly, aligning key internal and external messages with our priorities What we are looking for We are looking for someone who combines strategic thinking, commercial judgement and analytical rigour with the ability to influence decisions and turn ideas into results. You have: Experience in management consulting, ideally with a leading strategy or management consulting firm Strong commercial acumen and the ability to connect industry dynamics, competitive positioning and financial performance An excellent understanding of P&L, business performance and value creation Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to structure complex and ambiguous questions Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to influence and constructively challenge senior stakeholders A proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects from the initial question through recommendation and implementation High ownership, intellectual curiosity and a hands-on, results-oriented mindset An MSc in Engineering, Economics, Business or a related field; an MBA is considered an advantage Knowledge of the maritime industry is cons