Manager, Strategy and Market Intelligence

H&V is a global leader in filtration and energy storage solutions. Our advanced materials are used in nearly every industry and touch every aspect of modern life. Wherever you work, live or travel, chances are an H&V solution is close by, contributing to a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable world. H&V serves the world from 13 strategically located facilities. Our footprint in the Americas, Europe and Asia lets us meet the unique requirements of global and regional customers efficiently, accurately and cost effectively, while capturing supply chain efficiencies. These advantages help make H&V a valuable partner and a true worldwide leader. Our success comes from our ability to adapt, our values and the people of H&V. We act with integrity, and we treat customers, partners and each other with dignity and respect. We live these values every day and could not have prospered for more than 200 years without them. POSITION SUMMARY H&V is building a Strategy Office, and we are seeking a Manager, Strategy & Market Intelligence as a founding member of the team. Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, this role will establish a market intelligence center of excellence — turning what is today tribal knowledge into structured, dynamic insights that inform business decisions, innovation, the long range plan, and M&A activity. The role starts with H&V’s core markets and expands into adjacencies and growth opportunities. The person in this role will engage directly with customers, industry experts, executives, and the Board of Directors. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Build and maintain H&V’s Market Intelligence Center of Excellence — a durable, searchable repository of market, customer, competitor, and macroeconomic insight Develop structured intelligence on H&V’s core markets (sizing, growth, segmentation, trends, competitive landscape) and expand coverage into adjacent markets and white-space opportunities Serve as a thought partner to the CSO and business leaders on the Long Range Plan, providing market context, growth opportunities, and risks Support M&A activity through target screening, market and competitive analysis, valuation, and diligence inputs Engage directly with customers, industry experts, and trade associations to validate hypotheses and sharpen H&V’s point of view Prepare and deliver executive- and board-level materials that translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations Leverage AI tools to accelerate research, synthesis, and the quality of insights SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills Financial analysis: cash flow, NPV, valuation, and business case development Market analysis: sizing, segmentation, competitor analysis, Porter’s Five Forces, macroeconomic correlation Proficiency with AI tools for research, synthesis, and analysis Strong data visualization and executive communication (Excel, PowerPoint; Tableau or Power BI a plus) Familiarity with secondary research sources (e.g., S&P Capital IQ, PitchBook, IBISWorld) a plus Discretion in handling confidential strategic and M&A information Up to 25% travel CORE COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS Curiosity — a genuine drive to understand markets, customers, and competitors deeply Critical thinking — asks the right questions, challenges assumptions, separates signal from noise Challenge the status quo — brings fresh, outside-in perspectives and pushes back constructively Executive presence — credible and confident with customers, executives, and Board members Business acumen — connects market dynamics to business outcomes Comfort with ambiguity — structures unstructured problems and prioritizes what matters most EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE MBA required; recent graduates through ~4 years of post-MBA experience encouraged to apply Technical undergraduate degree (engineering, sciences) a plus Background in management consulting, corporate strategy, corporate development, or equity research preferred Industrial / B2B market exposure a plus; filtration, materials, or advanced manufacturing especially valuable PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTS Office-based at H&V’s East Walpole, MA headquarters; hybrid schedule available Travel up to 25% for customer visits, industry events, and target/site evaluations Occasional exposure to manufacturing environments during plant or customer site visits Salary Starting at $150,000 Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. OUR PEOPLE CREATE SOLUTIONS FOR A CLEANER WORLD For over 200 years, Hollingsworth & Vose has been building advanced materials that power cleaner air, cleaner water, and healthier lives. But none of this happens without our people. At H&V, your career isn’t just a job—it's an opportunity to grow, contribute, and create impact alongside a global team dedicated to solving the world's biggest challenges. We believe that when individuals grow, our ability to solve those challenges grows too. Ready to build something meaningful? OUR THREE PILLARS PURPOSE AND LONGEVITY Work That Matters—Grounded in Our Heritage, Built for Generations to Come We create solutions that contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable world. Your work here is part of a legacy of impact that spans 300 years. PEOPLE-FIRST AND GROWING LEADERSHIP Contribution That's Valued We invest in our people—recognizing your contributions, supporting your growth, and fostering a workplace where you're respected and your voice matters. INNOVATION AND IMPACT Innovation That Solves The Biggest Challenges Innovation at H&V means solving complex problems through collaboration and expertise. We develop advanced materials and technologies that help customers build cleaner futures. WHY JOIN US Opportunity to work on solutions that matter globally Proven innovation and industry leadership Inclusive, collaborative culture built on integrity and respect Career growth and development in a supportive environment Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion #J-18808-Ljbffr HOLLINGSWORTH & VOSE COMPANY