M&A Growth Lead, Industrial Distribution

SunSource; Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SunSource is seeking a seasoned M&A Business Development Market Manager to drive growth through acquisition strategy. You will immerse in industrial distribution, focusing on fluid process technologies and related equipment, and lead cross-functional teams through deal cycles, due diligence, and integration.

Strong finance, negotiation, and presentation skills are essential. Travel up to 50% is required; role may be remote with proximity to a major airport.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or Sales preferred.
• 3–5 years buy-side experience identifying targets and initiating buy/sell process in Mergers and Acquisitions.
• 10+ years of experience within Industrial Distribution in Fluid Process or related markets.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and strong internet research abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel ~50% and remote work is possible with proximity to major airport.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate acquisition targets within Fluid Process and adjacent markets.
• Manage full transaction process: relationship development, deal negotiation, due diligence, and integration planning.
• Lead cross-functional teams to support due diligence and post‑acquisition integration.
• Develop business cases and integration plans and present recommendations to senior leadership and Board.

Skills

Networking

Negotiation

Presentation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SunSource is seeking a seasoned M&A Business Development Market Manager to drive growth through acquisition strategy. You will immerse in industrial distribution, focusing on fluid process technologies and related equipment, and lead cross-functional teams through deal cycles, due diligence, and integration.

Strong finance, negotiation, and presentation skills are essential. Travel up to 50% is required; role may be remote with proximity to a major airport.