Vice President of Corporate Development - M&A

Position Overview The Vice President of Acquisition and Integration is a critical leadership role responsible for driving the strategic growth of the company through mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This individual will oversee the identification, evaluation, execution, and seamless integration of acquisitions, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals and delivering long-term value. Key Responsibilities Acquisition Strategy & Execution Develop and execute a robust M&A strategy aligned with the company’s growth objectives. Identify, evaluate, and prioritize acquisition opportunities through market research, industry analysis, and networking. Lead due diligence processes, including financial, operational, legal, and cultural assessments, to identify potential risks and synergies. Build and maintain relationships with target companies, brokers, advisors, and other stakeholders to develop a pipeline of opportunities. Integration Leadership Design and execute post-acquisition integration plans, ensuring the seamless transition of acquired businesses into the company’s operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., finance, HR, operations, IT) to align processes, systems, and cultural elements. Monitor and measure integration progress, addressing challenges and ensuring key milestones are achieved. Identify and capture synergies, cost savings, and revenue growth opportunities from acquisitions. Leadership & Stakeholder Management Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team, private equity sponsors, and board of directors, providing regular updates on acquisition and integration progress. Lead and mentor a high-performing team of M&A and integration professionals. Partner with functional leaders to ensure alignment across all phases of the M&A lifecycle. Financial & Operational Oversight Drive financial modeling and valuation of potential acquisitions in collaboration with the finance team. Ensure adherence to the budget, timeline, and strategic objectives for each acquisition. Identify operational improvements and efficiencies in acquired businesses. Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field (MBA preferred). 10+ years of experience in M&A, integration, or related roles, preferably within a private equity-backed environment. Demonstrated track record of leading successful acquisitions and integrations.