Director- Strategy and Corporate Development

The Vollrath Company; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Director of Strategy and Corporate Development to spearhead strategic initiatives and lead M&A activities. In this pivotal role, you will translate enterprise-level strategies into actionable priorities, identify business opportunities, and manage critical projects. Your expertise in financial planning and corporate strategy will be essential in shaping the company's future. With a focus on leadership and effective communication, you will prepare strategic materials for the Board and drive performance metrics. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the direction of a key player in the food and beverage manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or corporate strategy.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop enterprise-level strategic plans and actionable priorities.
• Lead M&A activities, including pipeline development and valuation.

Skills

Financial Planning

Corporate Strategy

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Job description

Director - Strategy and Corporate Development

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Position Overview

The Director, Strategy and Corporate Development will lead Vollrath’s efforts in strategy development, deployment, and mergers & acquisitions. This role will also oversee key strategic initiatives within the company's overall planning.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and facilitate the company's enterprise-level strategic plans, translating them into actionable priorities.
2. Identify business opportunities, develop hypotheses, and design analyses to support strategic decision-making.
3. Implement strategic initiatives, set financial targets, and track performance metrics.
4. Lead M&A activities, including pipeline development, target assessment, engagement, valuation, due diligence, and integration.
5. Create business cases and investment rationales aligned with strategic goals.
6. Prepare strategic plan materials and reports for leadership and the Board of Directors.
7. Manage ad hoc strategic projects as needed.
8. Provide market intelligence data to support strategic decisions, including market share and competitor analysis.

Travel Requirements

Less than 15% on average, with higher travel for M&A projects.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or corporate strategy.
• Experience with multiple transactions and understanding of deal processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial skills.
• Structured thinking and ownership mindset.
• Leadership ability through influence and effective communication skills.

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Director
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Functions: Business Development, Strategy/Planning, Management
• Industries: Food and Beverage Services, Manufacturing

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Benefits include medical insurance, vision insurance, and 401(k).

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