Manager of Corporate Development

Summary:
The Manager of Corporate Development will be a key strategic leader responsible for accelerating our company's growth through the identification, evaluation, and execution of mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.

This role will oversee the end-to-end M&A process, from the development of target lists to post-acquisition integration and performance monitoring.

The Manager will conduct comprehensive market and competitive analysis to inform decision-making and work closely with senior leadership to drive organic and inorganic growth initiatives.

Additionally, the Manager will cultivate and manage relationships with investment banks, private equity firms, and industry stakeholders, particularly within the flow control and industrial automation sectors, to position the company as a leader in its field.

Responsibilities:


* Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of M&A opportunities, including identifying potential targets and conducting initial outreach.


* Assist the VP Corporate Development with the full M&A lifecycle, from origination, due diligence, valuation, negotiation, and execution to post-closing integration and synergy realization.


* Conduct thorough market, competitive, and economic research to support strategic decision-making and identify new growth opportunities.


* Collaborate with technology and business leaders to assess and prioritize organic and inorganic growth initiatives.


* Oversee the integration of acquired companies, ensuring that operational and financial synergies are realized, and that the integration is seamless.


* Track, analyze, and report on the performance of acquisitions, providing insights and recommendations to executive leadership.


* Establish and nurture strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including investment banks, private equity firms, and industry leaders, to facilitate deal flow and strategic partnerships.


* Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging technologies to inform the company's corporate development strategy.


* Lead and support ad hoc projects as directed by executive members.

Qualifications:


* Experience in corporate development, mergers and acquisitions, investment banking, transaction services


* Deep knowledge of financial due diligence, financial modeling and valuation


* Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and provide actionable insights.


* Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with external partners, including financial institutions, private equity firms, and industry experts.


* Experience in the flow control, industrial automation, or related sectors is highly desirable.


* Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and influence senior leadership.


* Advanced degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field is pre...