Vice President, Corporate Development

Oldcastle Payroll, Inc. in; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

CRH Americas Materials Inc. invites a seasoned executive to lead corporate development and the M&A function in North America from its Atlanta base.

You will partner with senior leaders on acquisitions, divestitures, capex investments and growth initiatives, directing market analysis, due diligence, valuation and integration. You will interface with AMAT leadership up to the CEO, manage a multi-disciplinary team, and develop pipeline for acquisition targets while ensuring alignment with capital

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• MBA highly preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in corporate development, investment banking, consulting, or private equity is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end acquisition process including market analysis, due diligence, valuation, contract negotiation, integration and post-closing issue resolution.
• Build rapport with internal leaders and external advisors to execute AMAT growth plans.
• Manage acquisition targets and major capex project pipelines; provide financial analysis and recommendations to executives.
• Regularly interface with AMAT leadership up to the CEO, aligning with capital allocation decisions and strategy.
• Coordinate with other M&A professionals to ensure cohesive strategy and processes.

Skills

Financial modeling

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Job description

Vice President, Corporate Development (Finance)

Job ID: 525757

CRH's Americas Materials division is the leading integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with over 29,000 employees at close to 1,660 locations in 45 US States and 2 Canadian provinces.

Position Overview

The Vice President of Corporate Development will serve as a key member of the M&A function for CRH Americas Materials (AMAT). In this capacity, the Vice President will partner with the Senior Vice President of Development, Division Presidents and other members of the senior leadership team across AMAT on acquisitions, divestitures, growth capex investments and various other growth initiatives. Work location is Atlanta, Georgia.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end acquisition process including market analysis and idea generation, strategic fit, due diligence, valuation, contract negotiation, integration and post-closing issue resolution.
• Build rapport and partnership with key leaders internally (operating company leaders and functional leaders) and externally (consultants, investment bankers and other advisors) to execute on AMAT growth plans.
• Leverage relationships to manage and build pipeline of acquisition targets and major capex projects.
• Perform detailed financial analysis in support of acquisition and capex opportunities, providing clear explanations and well-founded recommendations to executive leadership.
• Regularly interface with AMAT leadership up through the CEO, acting as a strategic thought partner.
• Partner with the other M&A professionals across AMAT to coordinate and align on capital allocation decisions, M&A strategy and processes.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree required
• MBA highly preferred
• 7 or more years of relevant experience in corporate development, investment banking, consulting, or private equity is highly preferred

Work Requirements

• Travel approximately 30% with brief periods to 75%

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Strong leadership skills with particular strengths in the areas of financial modeling, assessing business risk and displaying the ingenuity and perseverance to successfully navigate and complete complicated acquisitions
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, high degree of expertise in developing presentations and in persuasive business writing
• Strategic thinking
• Strong financial, analytical, forecasting and problem-solving skills
• Strong negotiating and influencing skills
• Project management skills for large and multidisciplinary projects
• Business acumen in manufacturing, distribution and/or construction operations including experiences in sales, marketing, engineering, multi-unit operations, finance, purchasing, information technology, legal and regulatory compliance
• Action orientation and drive for results
• Humility, patience and listening skills
• Comfort operating in ambiguous environments
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong coaching, mentoring and team building skills

Physical Requirements

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication and preparation of documents and presentations.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.

Work Environment

• The team is typically in the office 4-5 days a week, depending on the business needs.
• Primarily, normal office working conditions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
• The position may require work outside of normal business hours.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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