A world-class operations management consulting firm DuPont Sustainable Solutions is seeking an ambitious Director of Russia & CIS.
What will we offer?
• This role is highly entrepreneurial, and offers direct equity in a growing business, as well as many opportunities for development. You will be working with industry recognized experts in operations management, and with their support, you will have the opportunity and specialized resources to develop innovative solutions to meet client challenges. Additionally, as a firm that both advises and implements, you will be able to see the positive impacts and value that your work delivers for the client.
What will you do?
• You will leverage your strong consulting experience and knowledge of Russian market to contribute to driving growth of the firm. In addition to facilitating consulting services, IP generation and overseeing program delivery and execution of client initiatives, you will build long-term relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, lead significant cross-team initiatives and develop DSS talent. In this role, you would focus on increasing revenue, delivering profitable margins and building brand awareness.
More specifically, you would be
• Contributing to building the strategic direction and delivery of the global growth objectives; and leading the execution of the strategic plan within the region
• Taking the leadership role in your area of expertise, including managing team members
• Providing feedback and coaching to the extended leadership team / junior colleagues to support their development and career progression within the organization through the use of appropriate channels such as coaching, mentoring, counselling and guiding development in relevant disciplines
• Setting the right example throughout the firm in term of work ethics, personal conduct and crisis management
• Building strong coaching relationships with key clients on improvement initiatives and leadership team
• Serving as a trusted advisor to senior client executives
To be successful in this position, you have:
• 10 + years of professional services experience in a leading management consultancy
• Proven experience in a relevant industry (Oil & Gas, Metals & Mining and Chemical) and domain expertise in Risk Management, Sustainability or Operational Excellence
• Recent experience at Principal or Director level with a top tier Consulting firm, with strong focus on complex operational consulting across existing or expanding industrial sectors in DSS portfolio
• Network of regional contacts in Russia
• Experience leading commercial teams and/or in his/her domain of expertise
• Technical knowledge and expertise in relevant field of experience is preferred
• Strategic Planning and Commercial Acumen
• Strong external and internal Stakeholder engagement / relationship management
• Speak Russian and English fluently
• Thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly growing consulting environment.
