Strategy Analyst/Associate, Group Strategy - Aarhus

Location: Viby J, DK

Are you ready for a career challenge where you can directly shape Arla Foods' next corporate strategy and drive its execution?

We are looking for a new team member joining as a Strategy Analyst or Associate in our Group Strategy team, starting in Q2/Q3 2025. In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the future direction of one of the largest FMCG companies in the Nordics.

How you will make an impact
As a Strategy Analyst or Associate, you will join the Group Strategy team and play a key role in advancing our strategic agenda, supporting the Executive Management Team with a range of high-impact responsibilities, including:

• Leading and supporting critical strategic projects such as due diligences, market strategies, operational/supply chain improvements, and sustainability initiatives
• Deliver strategic insights and impact through direct executive support for our CEO and Executive Mgmt. Team (e.g. annual strategy wheel, strategy workshops and Board of Directors presentations)
• Contributing to the development of Arla Foods’ new corporate strategy development

This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with top management and senior leaders on strategy and business development, with the potential to significantly impact our business. You will gain diverse experience and build a broad network across the organization, providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.

As part of the Group Strategy team, you will join a group of highly skilled and ambitious colleagues with background from top-tier management consulting and leading FMCG companies. For the right candidate, this position could also serve as a platform for an international career and expatriation in one of our markets abroad.

What will make you successful
We are looking for candidates with a Master’s degree in business, economics, finance, or a related field. You are either a recent graduate at the top of your class or have 1-3 years of work experience, preferably from a top-tier management consulting firm or a similar role in the industry. Experience from a large FMCG company is considered an advantage. We expect that you possess:

• Strong problem-solving & analytical skills: Ability to break down complex problems, analyze quantitative and qualitative data, and develop actionable insights to support strategic decision-making
• Excellent communication & presentation skills: Ability to effectively communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner, both verbally, and in writing, including crafting high-quality presentations for senior executive and stakeholders
• Structured & critical thinking: Demonstrated ability to approach challenges with logical, structured thinking and offer innovative solutions that address both immediate and long-term business needs
• Collaborative and results-oriented mindset: Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, manage multiple stakeholders, and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Moreover, you should be an open-minded change agent, capable of working across diverse markets and organizational areas. You are a true team player and actively contribute to making Group Strategy and the broader Strategy & Business Development team a great place to work and grow, and open to the possibility of international assignments as part of your career development. In addition, mastery of PowerPoint, Excel and English is essential.

Application and contact
If you want to seize this exciting opportunity, please apply as soon as possible. We will review all incoming applications on an on-going basis. For additional information, please contact Morten Knutzen, Head of Strategy Office, via e-mail [email protected] or phone +45 91 31 14 40.

We have a purpose for Good
At Arla, we strive to unlock the highest potential in each other while working together to create a sustainable future of dairy. We call it Stronger People Stronger Planet and it is deeply anchored in our organisation and founded on our commitment to respecting human rights, increasing access to healthy dairy nutrition, inspiring good food habits, and improving the environment for future generations. In order to succeed we need to hire people with a sustainable mindset. Could this be you?

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