Columbus-Based M&A Strategy & Execution Manager

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

401k savings plan

Job summary

Cardinal Health in Dublin, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Corporate Development Manager to lead mergers and acquisitions deal execution. You will work with external partners and internal teams to evaluate, structure, and close strategic transactions.

The role requires strong financial modeling, due diligence, and cross-functional collaboration, plus the ability to manage complex projects and communicate effectively with senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• 5+ years experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, mergers and acquisitions, preferred
• Strong financial analysis, modeling, and valuation skills with proficiency in analyzing complex financial data
• Strategic mindset with the ability to identify and assess new business opportunities
• Strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with internal teams and external partners

Responsibilities

• Lead acquisition and divestiture due diligence, valuation analyses, and closing processes
• Develop business cases and perform market/financial assessments for acquisitions
• Execute due diligence items impacting modeling assumptions and integration planning
• Create detailed financial models and ROI analyses
• Collaborate with Legal, Tax, Accounting, Finance and Treasury to structure transactions
• Support communications with Cardinal Health leadership and obtain corporate approvals
• Coordinate integration and separation planning for transactions
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements throughout the M&A process

Skills

Financial analysis & modeling

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Cardinal Health in Dublin, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Corporate Development Manager to lead mergers and acquisitions deal execution. You will work with external partners and internal teams to evaluate, structure, and close strategic transactions.

The role requires strong financial modeling, due diligence, and cross-functional collaboration, plus the ability to manage complex projects and communicate effectively with senior leadership.