Business Development Manager, M&A (Remote)

SGS; Canada; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager for M&A to drive growth in the North American market. In this remote role, you will identify acquisition targets, collaborate with senior management, and prepare compelling proposals. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and a solid background in business development and sales. This position offers a chance to work in a supportive environment that values well-being and provides comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a competitive pay structure. Join a team that is committed to integrity and excellence.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years in business development/sales required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Identify acquisition targets for business growth.
• Lead preparation of acquisition proposals and presentations.
• Coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Business Development

Sales

Project Management

Negotiation Skills

Advanced English

Mathematical Skills

Microsoft Office 365

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Business Development Manager, M&A (Remote)

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Company Description
SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 96,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description
The Business Development Manager, M&A is responsible for identifying acquisition targets that align with business initiatives for the development and overall external growth strategy of the Business Assurance line of business in our North American Market. They will work closely with the Senior Business Development Manager, M&A to identify potential targets and support the workstream that leads to an executed transaction.
This position is 100% remote.

• Identifies possible acquisition targets based on the specific business units’ strategy
• Makes initial contact with a target to introduce the idea of a possible acquisition.
• Leads preparation of the initial presentation of acquisition proposal for the specific business unit Produces presentations, spreadsheets, information memoranda, etc.
• At all times, complies with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education And Experience
  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of work experience - required
  5+ years’ experience in business development and/or sales - required

• Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities
  Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
  Self-starter and positive attitude
  Technical and industry knowledge
  Excellent follow-up and follow-through
  Attend data integrity training and sign off acknowledging understanding
  Complete all required training in a timely manner
  Ensure proper maintenance and organization of strategy and business resources.
  Responsible for the timely response of all e-mail, voicemail, verbal and written requests.
  Operate within the guiding principles of the company.
  Maintain a good understanding of the Company, its services, its competitors and the industry.
  Advanced English required
  Advanced mathematical skills required
  Advanced negotiation skills required
  Microsoft Office 365 – Intermediate level skills required

Our Benefits
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
• Wealth: Competitive pay, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand - Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Move or traverse - Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Use hands - Frequent (34% - 66%)
• Reach with hands and arms - Frequent (34% - 66%)
• Climb or balance - Never (0%)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl - Never (0%)
• Talk/hear - Frequent (34% - 66%)
• Taste/Smell - Never (0%)
• Lift/carry/push/pull - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Keyboarding - Frequent (34% - 66%)
• Ability to focus on task - Frequent - (34% - 66%)
• Visual strain - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Tasks requiring limited muscle effort, for example lifting up to 5 kgs - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Tasks requiring light physical effort, for example lifting 5 kgs to 10 kgs - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Tasks requiring medium physical effort, for example lifting 10 kgs to 20 kgs - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Tasks requiring heavy physical effort, for example lifting > 20 kgs - Seldom (1% - 4%)

Additional Information
SGS Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to achieving greater accessibility by providing accommodation for people with disabilities during our hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.
Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales
• Industries
• Professional Services

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