Strategic Projects Specialist- Americas

Company: Sika
Location: Rutherford
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024. Job Description Are you passionate about developing and implementing strategic initiatives which drive growth? Are you ready to transform data into valuable insights to support strategic decision-making at Sika? As part of the Strategic Project Management team of Region Americas, we are looking for a Strategic Projects Specialist who will be responsible to design and implement solutions supporting growth initiatives, drive projects focusing on business development and operational efficiencies. In your role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams ranging from Operations to Sales to gather insights on business performance, analyze data and develop strategic masterplans as well as be involved in day-to-day execution and tracking. Salary: $110K - $125K, depending on experience and education. Exciting Challenges Interpret data, analyse results and define actions with Business, Marketing and Operations stakeholders to solve key business challenges Identify new opportunities provided by available data to generate valuable insights for the business and support growth Actively support countries / areas to review their strategic business plans and support translation into operations footprints through regular project drumbeats, dedicated workshops, as well as storytelling guidance and presentation drafting Improve current and develop new processes and solutions and lead their roll-out across country organizations Support in drafting presentations and data visualizations for country / area / region top-management leveraging insights identified through data analysis / workshops / other researches Create strong link with cross-functional teams to introduce and expand innovative solutions Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Data Science, Engineering or related fields 2-4 years of experience with strategic projects and data analysis at a top consulting company Strong ability to connect the dots and create compelling stories suitable for the top management team Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with ability of translating data insights into actionable plans High autonomy combined with an entrepreneurial mindset and a can-do attitude Positive and energetic spirit that brings innovative ideas that engage people around you Proficiency in Excel and Office suite, knowledge of data visualization software (e.g. Tableau, BI) is a plus Fluency in English and Spanish (written and spoken), Portuguese and/or French would be a plus Occasional travel including international Additional Information Perks & Benefits 401k with Generous Company Match Bonuses Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Paid Parental Leave Life Insurance Disability Insurance Paid time off, paid holidays Floating holidays Paid Volunteer Time Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements Education Assistance Professional Development Opportunities Employee Referral Program & More! Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility. Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics. We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

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