Growth Strategy Director

Join to apply for the Growth Strategy Director role at Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Growth Strategy Director role at Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.The Director of Business Development will lead the strategy in evaluating and executing new business through partnerships/alliances, acquisitions, mergers and joint ventures. This role will specifically focus on driving growth in healthcare and biotechnologies related businesses including gene & cell therapy manufacturing, regenerative medicine and medical foodswithin the AJINOMOTO Group.EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCEMaster’s degree in business, finance, economics, science, engineering, or a related field. M.B.A is preferred.Experience 6+ years of experience in a strategic consulting firm or corporate development team in a large corporation for growth strategy development in advanced therapy, biotech, or healthcare related industries, including experience leading market intelligence, ideation, scoping, strategic planning, strategic partnership development, M&A activities, venture investments, deal structuring, and post-deal integration processes.Experience facilitating the execution of strategies with business, investment, or R&D teams, including planning, deal structuring and post-deal processes for partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, or venture investments.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESExcellent strategic planning, project management, critical thinking, and leadership skills.Solid practical understanding of corporate strategy, business development, and M&A principlesExcellent negotiation and interpersonal skills; ability to engage and influence different levels across the organization.Ability to analyze, interpret, and utilize data to make sound business decisions; strong quantitative data analysis skills, including financial modeling.Ability to develop business cases, including establishing assumptions with supporting data, identifying key performance drivers, developing financial pro forma, and highlighting opportunities and risks that could drive more aggressive or conservative scenarios.Excellent presentation skills, including strong oral and written capabilities; ability to clearly communicate and adapt presentation style to deliver compelling messages to senior leaders, key stakeholders, board members, and external business partners.Ability to work effectively with a diverse team of different backgrounds to efficiently complete cross-functional initiatives.OCCUPATIONAL DEMANDSDomestic and international travel for business is required (up to 25% of the time)PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSOffice commute at least 3 times a week (Cambridge Office)Gather and assess crucial insights and benchmarking data, such as competitor intelligence, operational performance, innovations, and market trends from various internal and external sources to develop strategic options.Develop a local innovation network and ecosystem, including biotech, startups, and academia. Host events and attend conferences to gather insights and promote open innovation.Lead the development of robust innovation and growth strategies and build a pipeline of future business opportunities to drive growth objectives, primarily in advanced therapy and other healthcare- and biotechnology-related business in collaboration with research & development (R&D), corporate venture capital (CVC), business leaders and other key stakeholders.Support the business development and R&D teams in executing an innovation and growth strategy as part of a cross-functional team. Responsibilities include strategic planning, feasibility validation, preparing and approving business cases, executing deals, and collaborating afterward.Closely collaborate with CVC and key stakeholders to propose venture investment opportunities and create avenues for future growth.Partner with senior management and business leaders to identify, develop, and execute inorganic growth initiatives -including partnerships, alliances, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures--aligned with broader Ajinomoto group objectives.Cultivate key external relationships (e.g., with strategic consulting advisors, investment banks, and other channels to support early insights into relevant opportunities and generate steady deal flowSupport the mobilization of partnerships/alliances or post-deal integration activities and teams to ensure the achievement of strategic objectives, partnership goals and synergies.Manage one or more market and technological intelligence, who will be focused on market and technological analyses and strategic planning.$215k - $250k annual baseAjinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age (40 or older) or genetic information (including family medical history) for recruitment, hiring, and promotion decisions.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionBusiness Development and SalesIndustriesFood and Beverage ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. by 2xGet notified about new Strategy Director jobs in Boston, MA.Boston, MA $152,000.00-$275,000.00 2 days agoDirector Business Strategy and Enablement, Global Portfolio StrategyCambridge, MA $174,500.00-$274,230.00 2 days agoCambridge, MA $225,000.00-$310,000.00 2 weeks agoDirector- Consumer Sector- Durables Strategy, North AmericaBoston, MA $215,000.00-$260,000.00 2 weeks agoSenior Director - Consumer Sector - Quick Service Restaurant Strategy, North AmericaBoston, MA $240,000.00-$275,000.00 2 weeks agoAssociate Director, Research Business ExcellenceBoston, MA $153,600.00-$241,340.00 2 weeks agoStrategy Director, North America SpecialtyBoston, MA $160,500.00-$213,500.00 2 weeks agoDirector - Consumer Sector - Quick Service Restaurant Strategy, North AmericaBoston, MA $215,000.00-$260,000.00 2 weeks agoSenior Director, Business Development Strategy & PlanningSr Director - Business Insights and Channel Experimentation (Memphis, TN or Remote in USA)Boston, MA $148,400.00-$254,200.00 2 days agoBoston, MA $200,000.00-$225,000.00 3 months agoRegional Business Director (US Sales) / NortheastRegional Business Director (US Sales) / SoutheastBoston, MA $170,000.00-$315,000.00 5 days agoDirector Business Strategy and Enablement, Global Portfolio StrategyCambridge, MA $174,500.00-$274,230.00 12 minutes agoBoston, MA $140,000.00-$180,000.00 2 weeks agoRegional Business Director (US Sales) / Pacific WestPolicy Manager to Global Executive DirectorAssociate Director, Process Design & ImprovementBoston, MA $153,600.00-$241,340.00 2 weeks agoDirector of Strategic Partnerships, Mirakl ConnectDirector of Omnichannel Media Performance, Analytics & StrategyBoston, MA $150,700.00-$199,580.00 1 day agoRegional Business Director (US Sales) / South CentralDirector, Population Health Strategy and New Program DevelopmentSomerville, MA $144,206.41-$209,757.59 22 hours agoSenior Director, Access Strategy OncologyCambridge, MA $202,500.00-$292,500.00 1 week agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Created: 2025-09-17