Manager, Corporate Development

Job summary

The role focuses on enhancing the inorganic growth strategy through the management of a mergers and acquisitions (M&A) pipeline. Responsibilities include identifying and evaluating acquisition opportunities that align with strategic objectives, collaborating with executive leadership, and ensuring a consistent flow of qualified targets to support long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Finance, Business, Strategy, or a related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Over 5 years of progressive experience in the specialty chemicals, polymers, plastics, manufacturing, or related industrial sectors.
• Preferred experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, business development, engineering, product management, or corporate development.
• M&A transaction experience is beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

Desired Qualities/Attributes

• Collaborate with the VP of Corporate Development to manage the M&A target pipeline.
• Identify and assess acquisition targets that align with growth priorities.
• Develop company profiles, business cases, and recommendations for executive leadership.
• Work with R&D, commercial, operations, and finance teams to validate target attractiveness.
• Present analyses and recommendations during M&A reviews.
• Initiate outreach and build relationships with target companies.
• Support due diligence and strategic research for active transactions.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and emerging technologies.
• Strong business judgment and strategic mindset.
• Quick learner of complex industries and markets.
• Highly analytical with attention to detail.
• Results-oriented with a sense of urgency.
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Comfortable working in global, cross-functional teams.
• Self-starter capable of working independently.