Strategy and M&A Manager

Strategy and M&A Manager Are you the one for this job? Hultafors Group is looking to extend its Strategy & M&A Team to play an important role in driving strategic initiatives and M&A across the Group. This is a high-impact position with close collaboration to senior leadership (executive team), offering broad responsibility across the transaction lifecycle within a global industrial group and benefitting from the Latour investment network. Location: Gothenburg The position You will work across the full M&A process—from market screening and target evaluation to execution and post-acquisition follow-up. Alongside this, you will contribute to shaping the Group’s strategic direction and growth priorities. Working closely with the CEO, CFO, and Executive Team, you will combine analytical depth with a pragmatic, hands-on approach to support informed decision-making and long-term value creation. Reporting to: CFO Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain the M&A pipeline through market analysis and stakeholder engagement Perform financial analysis and valuation, and prepare business cases Support and coordinate transaction processes, including due diligence and negotiations Prepare clear and well-structured materials for Executive Team and Board discussions Contribute to post-acquisition follow-up and value creation Support broader Group strategy and portfolio development Your profile Minimum 3 years relevant experience from M&A, investment banking, private equity, or corporate development Strong analytical and financial skills, including valuation Experience working in project-based environments with multiple stakeholders Clear and professional communication skills in Swedish and English Strong proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel Relevant academic degree (Degree in Finance, Business Economics, Industrial Engineering or similar related field) You are analytical, structured, and commercially minded, with a collaborative approach and strong sense of ownership. You are comfortable working in a dynamic environment and managing multiple priorities, while maintaining attention to detail and quality. More information and how to apply For questions about the position, please contact Zita Bolteus, at [email protected] Please note that applications via email are not accepted. If this sounds like your next step, please apply as soon as possible. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Department Finance, Business Development Locations Hultafors Group HQ Remote status Hybrid About Hultafors Group Hultafors Group is a global house of premium brands united by a shared vision: improving how the world works. We empower professionals worldwide with the most durable and high-performing products on the market. With deep industry knowledge and close collaboration with our customers, we design and produce solutions that make the world work safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Our commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and functionality has earned our brands international recognition and the trust of professionals worldwide. All products are designed and manufactured under their own brands and distributed through e-commerce platforms, trusted partners, and dealers in nearly 70 markets worldwide, with emphasis in Europe and North America. Backed by Investment AB Latour, we have a solid foundation for long-term sustainable growth. Hultafors Group has about 1,800 employees and nearly SEK 7 billion turnover in 2024. Founded in 1883 (Hultafors brand)