Group Manager Strategy

Fortescue is both a proud West Australian company and a global green solutions business. We are recognised for our culture, innovation and industry-leading development of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy initiatives.

Work Location: Perth Fortescue Centre

Fortescue's Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk people

Roster: Monday - Friday

Reporting directly to the Director of Strategy & Integrated Operations, the Group Manager - Strategy plays a pivotal role in driving Fortescue's strategic direction towards sustainable growth and innovation. Leading cross-functional teams, the successful candidate will spearhead initiatives to develop and implement forward-thinking business strategies, drive organisational focus on core priorities, and ensure seamless execution in alignment with our long-term vision and objectives.

• Take ownership of refreshing our portfolio strategy, collaborating with diverse teams to conduct comprehensive market analyses, define strategic frameworks, and drive exploration and corporate development initiatives.
• Translate market insights and strategic priorities into tangible plans and initiatives that foster growth, innovation, and sustainable value creation across the organisation.
• Provide clear direction and support to cross-functional teams, monitoring progress and overcoming obstacles to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and timelines.
• Conduct rigorous analysis and risk assessments to inform strategic decision-making, optimizing resource allocation and maximizing returns on investments and strategic partnerships.
• Stay abreast of market developments and competitive dynamics to identify areas for differentiation and strategic positioning.
• Assess existing strategies, processes, and systems to identify opportunities for optimization and innovation, enhancing the organisation's competitive advantage and sustainability.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, offering insights and recommendations to senior leadership and the board to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to understand expectations and foster open communication and collaboration in support of Fortescue's strategic direction and performance.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
• Extensive progressive experience in strategic planning, portfolio management, and corporate development within the mining, energy, or related industries, with a focus on critical minerals or sustainable energy sectors highly desirable.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams with strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data and develop actionable insights.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate market trends and develop innovative solutions to emerging challenges and opportunities.

Fortescue is deeply committed to providing a safe culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, and values diversity. We celebrate individual strengths and team members from all backgrounds are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub.

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.