Strategic M&A Manager — Growth & Integration

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.

Detroit (MI)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Dauch Corporation in Detroit, MI is seeking a Manager - Business Development to lead corporate development initiatives, including M&A strategy and integration planning.

The role requires financial modeling, due diligence coordination, and collaboration with finance, legal, operations, and external advisors to support growth and portfolio optimization.

A strong background in finance or business, 5+ years in corporate development or related fields, and experience in manufacturing are preferred.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, engineering, business administration, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in Corporate Development, M&A, investment banking, private equity, or corporate finance.
  • Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills with strong Excel/PowerPoint proficiency.
  • Strong analytical and project management abilities with multi-transaction focus.

Responsibilities

  • Strategy & Opportunity Assessment: develop business cases and identify acquisition opportunities.
  • Transaction Execution: build financial models and support deal decisions with advisors.
  • Due Diligence & Deal Structuring: coordinate cross-functional due diligence workstreams.
  • Integration & Value Creation: plan post-merger integration and track value creation.

Skills

Financial modeling
Valuation
Analytical skills
Project management
Global/cross-cultural
Automotive/manufacturing experience

Education

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

Tools

Excel
PowerPoint

Job description

Dauch Corporation in Detroit, MI is seeking a Manager - Business Development to lead corporate development initiatives, including M&A strategy and integration planning.

The role requires financial modeling, due diligence coordination, and collaboration with finance, legal, operations, and external advisors to support growth and portfolio optimization.

A strong background in finance or business, 5+ years in corporate development or related fields, and experience in manufacturing are preferred.

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