Mergers & Acquisitions Manager- North America (Remote)

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. 

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

Who you are 

As the Mergers & Acquisitions Manager you are strategic and take a hands-on approach to your work, with high interest in technology and business. You can build relationships and network across all levels in an organization while operating efficiently. You have a strong business acumen and leadership skills. To succeed in this role, you will be proactive and self-driven, and thrive in a high-intensity environment.

About the job 

The M&A Manager, North America will advance the execution of inorganic growth opportunities to cater to the business needs of the company. They will drive all aspects of M&A transactions and investments – strategy formation, evaluate technologies & products, developing business cases, financial modeling, and deal execution. Reporting to the President of Corporate Development in Sweden, they will work closely with the US sales company and a small team of M&A professionals across Europe. This role will ideally be based in Richmond, VA, but candidates across the East Coast will be considered.

As a part of the team, you will: 

• Lead M&A transactions including negotiate deals and successfully bring transactions over the finish line

• Act as a subject matter expert on valuation and deal structuring

• Use engineering expertise to evaluate technologies and capabilities of prospective targets

• Be a “market-radar” by interacting with key external stakeholders to identify appropriate opportunities in the industry landscape that support Alfa Laval’s strategic priorities

• Work closely with Alfa Laval business leaders to evaluate expansion and synergy opportunities, benefits and risks of potential acquisitions and manage the process of building both internal and external consensus

• Create financial models that will support the assessment and valuation of potential acquisitions and strategic initiatives

• Work with all cross-functional groups within Alfa Laval from signing the term sheet to integration

What you know 

You have a bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or Engineering.

MBA preferred, experience leading multiple acquisitions from prospecting to integration, and:

• 7+ years of business or corporate development experience in an industrial environment evaluating technology opportunities

• Ability to travel as needed, at times internationally

• Proven experience leading and completing high-level negotiations

• Excellent business acumen and commercial understanding

• Outstanding analytical and valuation skills combined with strong interpersonal skills to convey plans to stakeholders

• A decisive and action-oriented mindset

• Previous leadership experience preferred

What’s in it for you? 

Alfa Laval offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life, 401(k) plan, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your background, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. The overall salary range for this role is typically $130,000 to $160,000 base.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender iden