Strategic M&A Manager | Corporate Development

American Axle & Manufacturing; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation in Detroit, MI is seeking a Manager - Business Development to lead corporate development efforts including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships. The role involves building financial models, evaluating investment theses, and coordinating due diligence with internal teams and external advisors.

You will develop post-merger integration plans, monitor value creation, and work across finance, legal, operations, and business units to advance growth and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a finance/business-related field.
• MBA/CPA/CFA preferred for advanced credentials.
• 5+ years in corporate development, M&A, or related finance roles.
• Proficient in financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring.

Responsibilities

• Develops strategic business cases and investment theses for corporate development initiatives.
• Leads financial modeling, valuation analyses, synergies, and ROI assessments.
• Coordinates due diligence workstreams with internal teams and external advisors.
• Tracks post-merger integration plans and value creation initiatives.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation analyses

Investment analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Engineering/Business Administration

MBA

CPA

CFA

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Dauch Corporation in Detroit, MI is seeking a Manager - Business Development to lead corporate development efforts including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships. The role involves building financial models, evaluating investment theses, and coordinating due diligence with internal teams and external advisors.

You will develop post-merger integration plans, monitor value creation, and work across finance, legal, operations, and business units to advance growth and