Manager, Corporate Development (Remote Eligible)

Americhem; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Americhem, a global designer and manufacturer of color masterbatch and performance technologies, seeks a Manager, Corporate Development to lead inorganic growth initiatives. You will build and manage an M&A pipeline, evaluate targets, and partner with executives to move opportunities from screening to transaction support.

The role requires 5+ years in specialty chemicals or related industries, a Bachelor's degree in a related field (MBA preferred), and the ability to work cross-functionally

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, finance, business, strategy or related field is required.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in the specialty chemicals, polymers, plastics, manufacturing, or related industrial sector.

Responsibilities

• Partner with VP Corporate Development on development and management of Americhem's M&A target pipeline.
• Identify acquisition targets aligned with strategic growth priorities.
• Perform initial assessments of strategic fit, financial profile, technologies, products, customers, and end markets.
• Develop company profiles, business cases, and acquisition recommendations for executive leadership.
• Collaborate with R&D, commercial, operations, and finance teams to validate target attractiveness and close information gaps.
• Present target analyses and recommendations during M&A pipeline reviews.
• Initiate outreach and cultivate relationships with target companies and owners.
• Support due diligence activities and strategic research for active transactions.
• Maintain visibility of market trends, competitors, and emerging technologies.
• Ensure a continuous pipeline of qualified acquisition opportunities supporting Americhem's long-term growth strategy.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Finance, Business, Strategy, or related field

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Americhem is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of custom color masterbatch, functional additives, engineered compounds and performance technologies. Our business is built around delivering Performance, Solutions and Trust through close collaboration with customers seeking to optimize their polymer products. All of our products are backed by complete technical support that ensures quality, reliability, and value.

The Manager, Corporate Development is responsible for strengthening Americhem's inorganic growth strategy by building and managing a robust mergers and acquisitions (M&A) pipeline. This role identifies, evaluates, and cultivates acquisition opportunities aligned with Americhem's strategic objectives while partnering closely with executive leadership to advance opportunities from initial assessment through active transaction support. The position serves as a strategic business partner, enabling a consistent pipeline of qualified targets that supports the company’s long-term growth strategy.

Responsibilities

• Partner with VP Corporate Development on the development and management of Americhem's M&A target pipeline.
• Identify acquisition targets aligned with strategic growth priorities.
• Perform initial assessments of strategic fit, financial profile, technologies, products, customers, and end markets.
• Develop company profiles, business cases, and acquisition recommendations for executive leadership.
• Collaborate with R&D, commercial, operations, and finance teams to validate target attractiveness and close information gaps.
• Present target analyses and recommendations during M&A pipeline reviews.
• Initiate outreach and cultivate relationships with target companies and owners.
• Support due diligence activities and strategic research for active transactions.
• Maintain visibility of market trends, competitors, and emerging technologies.
• Ensure a continuous pipeline of qualified acquisition opportunities supporting Americhem's long-term growth strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Finance, Business, Strategy, or a related field required. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in the specialty chemicals, polymers, plastics, manufacturing, or related industrial sector.
• Experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, business development, engineering, product management, or corporate development preferred.
• M&A transaction experience is beneficial but not required.

Desired Qualities/Attributes:

• Strong business judgment and strategic mindset.
• Learns complex industries and markets quickly.
• Highly analytical with exceptional attention to detail.
• Results-oriented with a strong sense of urgency.
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Comfortable working across global, cross-functional teams.
• Self-starter capable of working independently with limited direction.