Analyst, Strategy and Market Intelligence

UPM - The Biofore Company • Naperville, IL

2d • $124 • Hybrid

About The Position

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils! Learn more about us as a workplace upm.com/careers We are looking for an Analyst, Strategy and Market Intelligence to join our team in UPM Pulp Inc. This position is a hybrid role and will be located in our Naperville, Illinois office. Greetings from your future manager “If you have a passion for turning market insight into business impact, this is a great opportunity to shape value creation at scale. Strategy and market intelligence in pulp are critical levers at UPM Fibres and North America strategic growth market. Success in this role will materially influence winning with customers and our longterm performance.” -Teija Konttori, VP Strategy & Development, UPM Fibres What you will do Conduct short market analysis of pulp and paper value chains Coordinate and develop market and customer intelligence to sales support to Americas Develop and update regional market intelligence data and communication Analyze sales market intelligence, including customer and segment insights, channel dynamics, and related materials Provide support to sales team with insights Support global commercial strategy development with regional insights Support strategic business development initiatives Assess new market and end-use opportunities and application spaces for UPM Pulp Who you are You have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field You have 5 to 7 years' experience in pulp and paper industry, market intelligence and strategy or a related field You have a strong working knowledge of analytical tools, Excel, PowerPoint, and database programs You have a strong working knowledge related to pulp business Strong business-oriented mindset with the ability to link market moves to commercial outcomes This is what we offer to you A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative. A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees. Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth. Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves. Salary range: 92, 900 to 123.900 / year based on qualifications and experience. UPM offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following: Health insurance: comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans Other insurances: disability coverage, life, and AD&D insurance Retirement plan: 401(k) with company match and employer retirement contribution Paid time off: 15 days of paid time off plus 13 company holidays Bonus: annual performance-based short-term incentive plan Other: professional development opportunities Learn about our Rewarding and our Ways of working Additional information This position is offered as a hybrid working model, combining remote work with regular on-site collaboration. The position holder will report to VP, Strategy and Development. For further information about the role, please contact Teija Konttori, VP, Strategy and Development, at email [email protected]. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by March 23, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline. A security background check may be performed for those selected to UPM positions, in accordance with the company recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act 726/2014. For support with submitting your application, please contact our HR Service Center at [email protected] or tel. [phone]. UPM North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ONLY LOCAL EMPLOYMENT UPM Pulp UPM Pulp offers a versatile range of responsibly produced pulp grades suitable for many end-uses such as tissue, specialty papers, packaging papers, graphic papers and board. Follow UPM on X | LinkedIn | Facebook | YouTube | Instagram #UPM #materialsolutions #WeRenewTheEveryday #LI-HYBRID #LI-POST UPM is a material solutions company, renewing products and entire value chains with an extensive portfolio of renewable fibres, advanced materials, decarbonization solutions, and communication papers. Our performance in sustainability has been recognized by third parties, including EcoVadis and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. We operate globally and employ approximately 15,800 people worldwide, with annual sales of approximately €10.3 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. UPM – we renew the everyday

Requirements

• You have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
• You have 5 to 7 years' experience in pulp and paper industry, market intelligence and strategy or a related field
• You have a strong working knowledge of analytical tools, Excel, PowerPoint, and database programs
• You have a strong working knowledge related to pulp business
• Strong business-oriented mindset with the ability to link market moves to commercial outcomes

Responsibilities

• Conduct short market analysis of pulp and paper value chains
• Coordinate and develop market and customer intelligence to sales support to Americas
• Develop and update regional market intelligence data and communication
• Analyze sales market intelligence, including customer and segment insights, channel dynamics, and related materials
• Provide support to sales team with insights
• Support global commercial strategy development with regional insights
• Support strategic business development initiatives
• Assess new market and end-use opportunities and application spaces for UPM Pulp

Benefits

• Health insurance: comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
• Other insurances: disability coverage, life, and AD&D insurance
• Retirement plan: 401(k) with company match and employer retirement contribution
• Paid time off: 15 days of paid time off plus 13 company holidays
• Bonus: annual performance-based short-term incentive plan
• Other: professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level