Sr. Manager, M&A
The Sr. Manager, M&A will have broad responsibility within J.M. Huber for understanding Huber's Corporate Strategy, and leading formulation and execution of the company's Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Strategy. The position resides within Huber's Corporate Strategy and Business Development Group and will report directly to the Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Business Development. The position also involves extensive interaction and work with Corporate and Business Unit senior management and regular exposure to the company's Board of Directors.
Mergers & Acquisitions
- Assisting the Chairman and CEO of Huber in refining and communicating the Corporation's Vision and long-term direction, including working with business units (as requested) to ensure sector operating and M&A plans are consistent with Huber's overall corporate strategy
- Identifying, screening, and evaluating potential acquisition candidates, joint venture partners, licensing arrangements, and other M&A opportunities for Huber to help confirm strategic fit and to prioritize / implement overall Corporate Development efforts
- Leading valuation development and related financial analytics
- Assisting / leading other elements of the M&A process within the company as appropriate and interacting with critical internal personnel and outside advisors. Assisting with negotiations and supporting legal aspects of a transaction
- Assisting / leading post-merger integration planning and execution as needed
- Developing and applying best practices at Huber in strategic due diligence, synergy evaluation, and post-merger integration especially in determining the overall integration approach and in detailing the best deal-by-deal transition process and procedures
Strategy
Supporting the overall strategic planning process at Huber to ensure that best practices for strategy formulation / execution are applied throughout the company and that a strong linkage to strategy exists for Huber's budgeting, resource allocation, and incentive systemsLeading or participating in special projects related to corporate portfolio development, new business venture start-up, capital appropriation projects, emerging technology / market assessments, international expansion, and / or business performance benchmarkingSpecialized / Technical Knowledge or Required Skills
Detail orientation with ability to support decisions through research and sound business judgmentAbility to articulate complex process to large groups to gain understanding and build consensus. Experience in developing and managing long-term strategic plans in a corporate settingTranslate strategic visions into actionable plansExcellent analytical skills. High degree of comfort with Excel and PowerPoint is essentialAbility to frame complex problems and independently drive to actionable solutionsStrong communication skills leveraged through writing documents, making presentations, and debating strategic alternativesStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish positive working relationshipsMust work well independently and on teams with high energy, comfort with ambiguity and desire for personal growthExperience managing teams with diverse functional backgrounds. Coaching and managerial skills key for growth in this roleAbility to travelEducation and Experience
Required : Undergraduate technical or business degreePreference for an MBA or Master's degree with emphasis in Business Strategy and FinanceMinimum of 8 years of business experience in acquisition related consulting, investment banking or relevant finance functionExperience in M&A and deal negotiationsAbility to develop complex financial modes that tie to the strategic initiatives or inorganic growth opportunityAbility to develop full financial statements and valuations that allow for scenario planningPreferred : Experience with industries similar to HuberCritical Competencies for Success
Strategic Acumen Demonstrated ability to strategically identify attractive growth opportunities. Ability to develop an understanding of the company's key strategic priorities and align them with Huber's best opportunities to drive growth and value creation. Ability to manage conversations with potential target companies in a creative and savvy way, intelligently assessing the company and its management through early due diligence effortsTransaction Execution Skills An individual who can shape and lead potential acquisition transactions and ensure the successful integration of acquired companies. Ability to develop a deep understanding of key cultural issues and potential synergies that exist with the target / acquired company and manage internal and external resources as necessary to move the new business development process forward in an ideal wayTeam Orientation and Collaborative Approach An individual who treats others with respect and interacts using a collaborative approach. Capable of working effectively in a wide variety of settings relative to peers, boards, direct reports, company employees, shareholders, advisors, and rating agencies. Possesses strong leadership skills and ability to motivate others to superior performanceOur employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well-being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance.
J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required
