Deals Strategy Manager-Industrial & Manufacturing

Description

At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 236,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,200 people across 12 countries. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Deals

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in deals focus on providing strategic advice and support to clients in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring. They help clients navigate complex transactions and maximise value in their business deals.

Those in deal strategy at PwC will focus on providing strategic advice and support to clients in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring. Your work will involve analysing market trends, assessing business opportunities, and developing strategic frameworks to guide clients in making informed decisions regarding their deals. You will help clients navigate complex transactions, identify potential risks and opportunities, and develop strategies to maximise value and achieve their business objectives. Working in this area, you will play a crucial role in assisting clients in formulating and executing effective strategies to optimise outcomes in their deal-making processes.

Role Responsibilities

As a Manager in the Industrials Manufacturing and Automotive sector, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and deliver engagements related to growth strategy, market entry, portfolio strategy, and business unit planning
• Manage projects involving commercial due diligence (CDD), target screening, and M&A strategy across Industrial, Manufacturing, Construction and Transportation sectors
• Work across complex deals environments, integrating strategy with valuation, financial due diligence, and other transaction services
• Engage senior client stakeholders, drive impactful recommendations, and shape the strategic direction of client programs
• Act as a sector expert, particularly in transport & logistics and industrials, helping us capitalize on major growth opportunities
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in Deals and other lines of service to bring integrated, end-to-end solutions to clients
• Develop client proposals, pitch materials, and thought leadership, contributing to business development and new wins
• Mentor junior team members, fostering growth and ensuring high-quality deliverables across all engagements
  
  

Requirements

• 6+ years of relevant experience in top-tier strategy consulting or in-house corporate strategy roles, with proven progression to Senior Manager level
• Demonstrated expertise in growth-focused engagements, not just cost optimization—must be able to think beyond traditional CDD work
• Proven track record of leading strategic planning, business reviews, market opportunity assessments, and feasibility studies
• Experience in transactions is essential—particularly with M&A, JVs, integrations, or spin-offs—with the ability to link these to long-term strategy
• Sector experience in industrial manufacturing, automotive, construction, and transport & logistics, ideally in the Middle East region
• Ability to operate across multiple business units, integrating cross-functional perspectives and driving complex transformation programs
• Strong client presence and comfort in leading in-person conversations with senior stakeholders
• Rigorous analytical skills, ability to excel at solving problems that require sound logical reasoning, creative thinking, fluency with numbers and ability to untangle complex issues
• Ability to project poise, confidence and professional maturity in both internal and external situations; engaging and concise with good interpersonal “presence”, comfortable both in the C-suite and team room settings
• Articulate and compelling verbal, written and presentation skills are vital
• Entrepreneurial, proactive, pragmatic, someone who “rolls up the sleeves” and gets things done
• Arabic speaking considered a big plus
• Flexibility to travel at least 40% of the time
  
  

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Acquisition Strategy, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Plan Evaluation, Capital IQ, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Competitive Advantage, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Development, Creativity, Customer Due Diligence, Deal Structures, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Due Diligence, Financial Modeling, Financial Risk Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Inclusion, Industry Trend Analysis, Intellectual Curiosity {+ 17 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Up to 40%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

No

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