M&A Strategy and Business Development Manager

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the design, development and manufactureof the highest quality arc welding products, automated joining assembly and cutting systems, and has a global leading position in brazing and soldering alloys.Withover 125years of innovation and service excellence, we are committed to employing talent that will support our strategy to foster innovation, drive growth and provide a first class experience for our customers. Lincoln Electric: we operate to a higher standard to build a better world.

Req. ID: 23200

PURPOSE:

Are you anM&A Advisorwho wants to beexcited about new business opportunities?

Are you a Project Manager or Product Manager looking forsomething new, whereyour input will shape how the company operates?

Would you like togrow with a company with leaders known for their success in business, deep concern for people, andwith the utmost integrity?

If you answered yes to the questions above, you might be the M&A Strategy and Business Development Manager that we are looking for and you should keep reading

The primary function of the M&A Strategy and Business Development Manager is to support mergers and acquisitions and corporate planning process to build Lincoln Electric's future portfolio. This position will manage, support, and assist with the due diligence process, valuation analysis of projects, corporate strategy and corporate planning. It will lead various workstreams of M&A transactions from beginning to end. The role will proactively source deals that support and optimize Lincoln Electric's strategy. This position will report to Senior Vice President of Strategy & Business Development and work closely with members of the executive team.

JOB DESCRIPTION (DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Support the development and execution of the Company's acquisition strategy and overall strategic plan.
• Identify potential strategic targets, analyze, evaluate and value those potential targets, working with the acquiring business unit to identify and quantify synergies.
• Lead the financial due diligence process
• Assist the legal group in development of the Purchase Agreement
• Coordinate the development of post-acquisition integration plans
• Track post-closing results vs. the plan
• Support the company's strategic planning process including: analyzing market trends and key competitors, modeling the impact of key initiatives on the Company's financial performance, tracking progress vs. key strategic metrics and milestones, and participating in strategic business reviews.
• Domestic and international travel required as needed
• Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Company's 2025 Strategy.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, engineering or other technical field
• Master degree is preferred
• 5+ years of commercial or financial experience in similar role or private equity/investment banking experience in manufacturing
• Experience performing due diligence, negotiation, and execution activities
• Excellent presentation skills as well as overall strong oral and written communication skills
• Proven strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Strong financial skills (Valuation methods, ability to read & model businesses cases)
• Experience leading projects across multiple corporate functions
• Strong project management skills and experience leading cross-functional team

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.

Lincoln Electric is a $3.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ) with over 11,000 employees around the world. With operations in over 56manufacturing locations in 19 countries, we are well positioned to continue this partnership and poised to grow with our customers.As a part of that continuing legacy, you will contribute to a new generation of innovation and experience the pride that comes with being part of the solution to the world's challenges. It is a great time to be part of the welding industry!

Lincoln Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted to any employee(s) of Lincoln Electric without a signed vendor agreement, by the Manager of Recruiting & Training, will become property of Lincoln Electric. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of Lincoln Electric will not be considered binding terms. Lincoln Electric will not pay a fee to any third-party recruiter that has not coordinated their recruiting activity through the Recruiting Department.

Employment Status: Salary Full-Time

Function:Finance

Section: Lincoln Cleveland (US10)

EOE,including disability/veterans

Nearest Major Market: Cleveland

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