Corporate Development Manager

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About DuBois Chemicals:
DuBois Chemicals is a private equity-backed, fast-growing specialty chemical company serving a wide variety of end markets globally. We engineer solutions used in manufacturing, water treatment, food & beverage, pulp & paper and several other end markets to improve performance, efficiency, and sustainability for our customers. With aggressive organic and inorganic growth goals, we are building a high-performance culture focused on operational excellence, data-driven decision-making, with a bias for action.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly motivated Corporate Development Manager to join our team. This is an individual contributor role that will work directly with the CFO and PE Sponsor to quarterback the deal process for Dubois. This person will play a critical role in supporting DuBois’ inorganic growth strategy through market analysis, target identification, detailed due diligence, robust financial modeling, and cross-functional collaboration to underwrite synergies. While this role is not the primary external point of contact with sellers, it is central to ensuring successful evaluation and execution of acquisition opportunities. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical horsepower with the ability to engage credibly across functions to develop and stress-test investment theses.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Market Studies & Target Identification:

• Conduct industry and competitive landscape analyses to identify attractive end markets and adjacencies in partnership with Business Unit Leadership & Private Equity Partner.

• Develop screening criteria to evaluate potential acquisition candidates based on strategic fit, size, geography, and capabilities.

• Build and maintain a target pipeline database, tracking outreach status, ownership structures, and financial profiles.

M&A Due Diligence & Analysis:

• Lead detailed diligence efforts across financial, operational, commercial, and legal workstreams.

• Partner with functional leaders (Operations, Sales, HR, IT, Finance) to quantify synergies, risks, and integration considerations.

• Assess quality of earnings, working capital, and other key financial drivers impacting valuation in partnership with third party support.

Financial Modeling & Valuation:

• Build and own complex financial models to evaluate potential acquisitions, including scenario and sensitivity analyses.

• Support development of valuation ranges, deal structures, and synergy cases for executive decision-making.

• Translate diligence findings into clear, actionable recommendations.

Synergy Tracking & Post-Close Performance

• Develop and maintain synergy scorecards for each acquisition, tracking revenue, cost, and operational initiatives against commitments.

• Collaborate with functional leaders to validate progress on synergy capture and highlight gaps or risks to achieving targets.

• Prepare post-close performance reporting packages for the CFO, CEO, and Board, ensuring transparency and accountability.

• Serve as the internal owner of M&A performance reporting, bridging Corporate Development, Finance, and Operations.

Strategic Support & Execution:

• Support the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis and CFO in preparing materials for Senior Leadership & the Board and investors.

• Coordinate with external advisors (banks, consultants, accountants, legal counsel) as needed to support diligence and execution.

• Assist in integration planning and tracking, ensuring continuity from diligence to post-close execution.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in corporate development, investment banking, management consulting, or private equity.

• Proven track record of conducting market analyses, identifying acquisition targets, and supporting M&A execution.

• Demonstrated ability to build and manage complex financial models.

• Experience in tracking synergies and reporting on post-close deal performance strongly preferred.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to synthesize data into actionable insights.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline required.

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