Celanese

Senior Manager, Business Analysis

Celanese$120K — $150K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
  • 7+ years of relevant experience in strategy, business analysis, corporate development, or management consulting.
  • Experience in roles requiring rapid assessment and executive-level communication, such as management consulting.
  • Exposure to capital-intensive, global, or industrial businesses with complex dynamics.
  • Strong financial acumen with investment analysis experience and capital decision support.
  • Excellent communication and storytelling skills tailored for senior audiences.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to influence across functions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support development and execution of enterprise and business line strategy.
  • Structure complex strategic questions into analytical frameworks and decision paths.
  • Partner with senior leadership to evaluate trade-offs and risks across markets and assets.
  • Lead high-impact strategic initiatives like asset optimization and capital investment prioritization.
  • Translate strategic insights into actionable execution roadmaps and implementation plans.
  • Develop executive-ready narratives that synthesize analyses into strategic recommendations.
  • Analyze complex datasets to generate insights influencing strategic and capital allocation decisions.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  • Collaborative work environment with senior leadership.
  • Exposure to high-impact strategic initiatives.
  • Engagement with external stakeholders like investors and partners.
Full Job Description
The Senior Manager, Business Analysis (BAM) plays a critical role in shaping and advancing enterprise and business line strategy. This role partners closely with Global Business Leaders, Finance, Manufacturing, and Corporate Strategy to frame complex decisions, conduct advanced financial and strategic analyses, and translate insights into clear, compelling narratives for executive leadership, the Board, and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate brings a strong strategic orientation, deep analytical and financial modeling capability, and the ability to rapidly assess ambiguous situations, structure decision frameworks, and drive execution.

Responsibilities

Enterprise & Business Line Strategy
  • Lead and support the development, refinement, and execution of business line and enterprise-level strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
  • Structure ambiguous, complex strategic questions into clear analytical frameworks and decision paths.
  • Partner with senior leadership to evaluate trade-offs, risks, and value creation opportunities across markets, assets, and portfolios.

Strategic Initiatives & Value Creation
  • Lead or support high-impact strategic initiatives, including:
    • Asset footprint optimization in partnership with Manufacturing and Operations
    • Capital investment prioritization and scenario analysis
    • Evaluation of partnerships, joint ventures, co-producer, and swap opportunities
  • Translate strategic insights into actionable execution roadmaps and implementation plans.

Executive, Board & Stakeholder Communication
  • Develop clear, compelling, and executive-ready narratives that synthesize complex analyses into strategic recommendations.
  • Create and deliver high-quality presentations and materials for senior executives, Board of Directors, and external stakeholders (e.g. investors, partners).
  • Influence decision-making by balancing analytical rigor with practical business judgment and risk awareness.

Advanced Business & Financial Analysis
  • Analyze large, complex datasets from internal and external sources to generate insights that influence strategic and capital allocation decisions.
  • Develop and maintain sophisticated analytical tools, including but not limited to:
    • Industry cost curves and margin benchmarking
    • Global trade flow and import/export analyses
    • Market share, share-of-wallet, and demand evolution models
    • Competitive intelligence and competitor profiling
    • Portfolio performance and product lifecycle reviews
  • Build and evaluate detailed financial models supporting investment cases, scenario planning, and long-range strategic options.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
  • 7+ years of relevant experience in strategy, business analysis, corporate development, management consulting, or similar roles.
  • Experience in management consulting, strategy advisory, or equivalent roles requiring rapid assessment, hypothesis-driven analysis, and executive-level communication.
  • Exposure to capital-intensive, global, or industrial businesses with complex supply, demand, and regulatory dynamics.
  • Demonstrated enterprise strategic thinking with the ability to connect market dynamics, financial outcomes, and operational realities.
  • Strong financial acumen, including experience with investment analysis, scenario modeling, and capital decision support.
  • Proven ability to rapidly understand new industries, markets, and business models, and to drive structured problem-solving under ambiguity.
  • Excellent executive communication and storytelling skills, with experience tailoring messages for senior leadership, boards, or external audiences.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build alignment across functions and geographies.
  • Self-directed leader capable of independently driving complex strategic projects from concept through recommendation and execution planning.
  • High intellectual curiosity, learning agility, and a bias toward action.

About Celanese

Celanese is a global technology and specialty materials company that engineers and manufactures a wide variety of products essential to everyday living.You can "Be in Your Element" at Celanese. We know it’s people who drive our innovation-focused growth strategy, and we know that the best people will thrive in a culture that both challenges and rewards performance financially and with new opportunities and innovation. Celanese is committed to research and development, will give you opportunities to work on interesting projects, and will challenge and reward your success.

Celanese Careers

Join the vibrant team at Celanese, a global leader in chemical and specialty materials, where innovation and sustainability drive groundbreaking solutions across industries. At Celanese, we are committed to improving the world through our materials, and there has never been a better time to explore the job opportunities available within our expansive network.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career at Celanese where you can use your skills to make a significant impact. Our company thrives on diversity and leadership, fostering a culture where every team member is a key player in our shared mission. With Celanese, you will engage in work that pushes the boundaries of materials science to enhance global industries.

Innovate and Lead

Join a team where innovation is at the core of everything we do. At Celanese, you will collaborate with over 7,500 dedicated professionals globally, who are leaders in technology, sustainability, and market solutions. Our leadership in the industry is driven by a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring that we always stay ahead of the curve.

Grow Your Career

Celanese is not just a company; it's a place where you can grow your professional career through continuous learning and opportunities. From leadership development programs to diversity training, our commitment to your career growth is unwavering. We believe in nurturing talent through professional development and providing the tools needed for your career journey.

Be Part of Our Team

Experience the power of networking and collaboration at Celanese. Our culture promotes an inclusive environment where ideas thrive and innovation flourishes. We are hiring creative and solution-driven team players who are ready to contribute to our dynamic environment. Explore a range of positions, from internships to full-time roles, and find where you fit best.

Benefits and Culture

At Celanese, we understand that our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we offer competitive benefits designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members and their families. From comprehensive health benefits to performance bonuses, our benefits package is designed to enhance your life and grow your career.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you're updating your resume, preparing for an interview, or seeking new challenges, Celanese offers a variety of job opportunities to propel your career forward. Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract professionals who are passionate about their work and eager to make a difference.

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Learn more about Celanese
Size
8,529 employees
Market Cap
$11 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.9 billion
Founded
1918
5 Year Trend
+9.6%
Revenue
$5.6 billion
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