Corporate Strategy Manager

Corporate Strategy Manager

 
Our story goes back more than 150 years, to the chilly southern coast of Scandinavia. From our early success in Sweden and Denmark, we’ve grown into the world’s leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4,000 people across the globe.

We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra-creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it’s not just food — we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.

Everything we do is about Making Better Happen™.

AAK LOCATION

This position is based at AAK Headquarters in Malmo

About the role

 
At AAK, we’re looking for a talented individual to play a key role in shaping the company’s global strategic direction. As part of the Corporate Strategy team, you will help accelerate our strategy and drive meaningful impact across the business. You’ll collaborate with a high-performing team with backgrounds in strategy consulting and M&A advisory, while gaining exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams worldwide. This is a unique early-career opportunity to develop your strategic thinking, take on exciting challenges, and grow quickly in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. We’re looking for someone with a can-do attitude, a strong drive for personal growth, and the ambition to make an immediate impact. You will grow into the role by gradually taking on greater responsibilities aligned with your development, working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. The role also offers international exposure, with opportunities to travel and connect with teams across the globe.

Responsibilities

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  Drive strategic initiatives by partnering with business leaders to scope, structure, and deliver high-impact strategy projects
•  Conduct in-depth analysis through rigorous research and data evaluation to support strategic assessments and prioritization
•  Generate strategic insights by synthesizing findings into clear recommendations and developing executive-level materials for decision-making and long-term strategy
•  Evaluate M&A opportunities in collaboration with the M&A team to assess strategic fit and value creation potential of acquisitions and partnerships
•  Collaborate globally with the Executive Committee and cross-functional leaders, including M&A, Commercial
• Development & Innovation, Sustainability, Finance, Operations, and more, across Europe, AMEA, and the Americas

About you

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  Holds a degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
•  Graduate or recent graduate with 2–3 years of experience gained alongside their studies, ideally in strategy consulting or business development within similar or adjacent industries.
•  Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail
•  Excellent ability to prioritize and manage information in a fast-paced environment
•  Clear and concise communicator, able to translate complex ideas into actionable insights
•  Thrives in dynamic, high-pressure environments
•  Self-confident, proactive, and able to work independently
•  Fluent in written and spoken English
•  Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

In return AAK offers

 
Join a pioneering company in specialty oils and fats, driving innovation and sustainability.
In AAK you can work across 25+ countries, gaining international exposure and collaborating with a diverse team.
AAK invests in your development with training, mentorship, and clear career paths.
You will contribute to a greener world with AAK's sustainability-focused approach.
Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values every individual's perspective and talents.

Contact and information

For further information about the position, please contact, Conor Kelly, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist by email: conor.kelly@aak.com



About AAK
Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen™. We specialize in plant-based oils that are the value-adding ingredients in many of the products people love to consume. We make these products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable. At the heart of AAK’s offer is Customer Co-Development, combining our desire to understand what better means for each customer, with the unique flexibility of our production assets, and deep knowledge of many products and industries, including Chocolate and confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice and Personal Care. Our 4,000 employees support our close collaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices, 15 dedicated Customer Innovation Centers, and the support of more than 20 production facilities. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and with our headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen™ for more than 150 years.

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