One of the world's leading trade fair organizers, Messe Mnchen organizes over 200 events at ICM - International Congress Center Mnchen globally. For over six decades, Messe Mnchen has been successfully connecting people across the world and facilitating a platform for professional exchange. With Messe Muenchen India, Messe Mnchen aims to design and deliver professional trade fairs for the Indian market to bolster businesses.

Founded in 2007 as wholly owned subsidiary of Messe Mnchen, Messe Muenchen India Pvt. Ltd. is one of the leading organizers of trade fairs in India with an extensive portfolio of 25+ B2B trade fairs covering various sectors, for e.g. bauma CONEXPO India, electronica India, productronica India, drink technology India, LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA, Intersolar India/The Smarter "E" India, IFAT India, analytica Anacon India/India Lab Expo, Pharma Pro Pack, Indian Ceramics, Smart Card Expo, MatDispense, VR-tech India, World Tea & Coffee Expo, Pack Mach Asia Expo and AirCargo India. Messe Muenchen India works closely with industry stakeholders to develop well researched trade fairs encapsulating the latest trends and innovations dominating the industry. Headquartered in Mumbai with offices in New Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad, Messe Muenchen India connects global competence by bringing professionals together for business, learning and networking.

Know more about us at:

https://mm-india.in/en/

https://www.youtube.com/@messemuenchenindia6643

https://www.youtube.com/@mmistream

Role Summary:

Messe Muenchen India is seeking a strategic and growth-focused professional to join as Director - Strategy. This role works closely with the CEO as a strategic sparring partner to shape and execute business growth strategies across the IMEA region.

The Director - Strategy will lead high-impact strategic initiatives, identify new growth opportunities, and drive cross-functional alignment to maximize market impact.

Roles and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

- Collaborate with the CEO to drive strategic initiatives focused on revenue growth, market expansion, and positioning across IMEA.

- Collaborate with the executive team to identify growth opportunities, assess market trends, and evaluate competitive threats.

- Execute growth strategies through cross-functional collaboration and effective project management.

- Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to support strategic decision-making.

- Monitor industry trends and competitive landscape to identify new market opportunities and potential risks.

- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including industry partners, customers, and government agencies.

- Monitor and analyze key performance metrics and financial indicators to assess the effectiveness of strategic initiatives and make data-driven recommendations.

- Stay updated with the latest trends and developments in the trade fairs industry and incorporate them into the company's strategy.

Candidate Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field (MBA or equivalent preferred).

- A minimum of 12 years' experience in strategic planning, business development, or related roles in B2B industries.

- Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing business strategies.

- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and critically.

- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.

- Proven ability to drive cross-functional teams and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

- Outstanding communication and presentation abilities.

- Strong business acumen and financial literacy.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

- Experience in trade fairs, events, publications, or allied industries is a plus