Strategic Business Development Manager

We are looking to hire two Managers with one focusing more on SBD and the other focusing on M&A.

We are seeking a Manager, Corporate Strategy to drive strategy and M&A initiatives. This role requires a blend of structured problem-solving, cross-functional leadership, and strategic analysis to support high-impact business decisions. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, highly analytical, and thrives in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) – ~1/3 of Role

• Partner with the Finance team, which identifies and models deals, to provide strategic insights and guide valuation inputs.
• Build relationships with sellers, support deal negotiations, and manage cross-functional due diligence efforts.
• Oversee data preparation, risk assessment, and strategic alignment for M&A opportunities.
• Analyze macroeconomic factors, competitive positioning, and growth projections to evaluate deal success.
• Participate in leadership calls and deal discussions but will not be responsible for sourcing deals.

Corporate Strategy – ~2/3 of Role

• Lead and coordinate the company's 5-year strategic planning process, engaging stakeholders across all functions (Supply Chain, Finance, Sales, Operations, etc.).
• Conduct market research, customer insights, and industry benchmarking to identify future capabilities and competitive positioning.
• Develop tactical roadmaps outlining key investments, organizational needs, and execution strategies.
• Work cross-functionally to align teams on strategic priorities and drive execution.
• Manage multiple high-visibility projects, ensuring alignment with executive leadership and business objectives.

Critical Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong meeting facilitation with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
• Comfort with framing and solving ambiguous challenges.
• Clear and concise communication, especially in executive-level presentations.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills to drive strategic decision-making.
• MBA highly preferred (or equivalent experience in strategy consulting, investment banking, or corporate development).
• Expertise in PowerPoint (structured, polished slides) and Excel (financial analysis, modeling fundamentals).
• Project management experience to drive alignment and execution across teams.

Intangibles:

• Can confidently walk into a VP's office and drive discussions without an ego.
• Excited to work in corporate strategy and M&A with high visibility and leadership engagement.
• A humble, team player who values collaboration over personal credit.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment.