Sr. Analyst, Mergers & Acquisitions

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply! 

We are looking to recruit an experienced Mergers and Acquisitions (“M&A”), Senior Analyst who will join our Strategy Team reporting to the Director of Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions (“M&A”).

This position will be based at The Scotts Miracle-Gro world headquarters in Marysville, a suburb roughly 30 minutes outside of downtown Columbus, OH. While this specific role requires an in-office presence, we offer a hybrid working model that can be flexible based on personal and professional priorities. 

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The M&A, Senior Analyst is a key contributor to the Strategy team working on high visibility projects that support the Company’s top initiatives. This Senior Analyst position will be responsible for target analysis and deal sourcing which includes conducting industry research and creating financial models to identify potential M&A targets that fit within our strategic priorities. Other responsibilities will include managing M&A projects from the cross functional diligence process through integration planning and deal closing. There will be opportunities in this role to support the broader strategy function with strategic planning initiatives, competitive intelligence gathering, and special projects.

We are looking for a high-performing and high-potential candidate who can make a significant and immediate contribution to the team.

In this role you will:

• Research, evaluate and summarize potential M&A targets using strategic frameworks and valuation modeling to determine strategic fit

• Collaborate with cross-functional project teams, with a key focus on planning, coordinating and executing transaction related due diligence and integration planning activities  

• Effectively plan and facilitate meetings to reach conclusions/consensus. Monitor projects and solve problems to keep projects moving forward

• Identify and track risks, actions, issues, decisions, dependencies, and synergies to ensure successful diligence and integration

• Support a wide range of high visibility projects in order to answer urgent strategic questions from C-level executives

• Collaborate with a team of high performers to complete both ad hoc projects and recurring market and competitive research tasks

• Work with senior executives and the business units to identify and define initiatives that support the corporate / business unit strategy

• Create presentations to effectively communicate the status and results of the team’s due diligence and integration activities to both project teams and senior executives

The perfect person will have:

• 3-5 years relevant work experience in a M&A environment including experience in diligence coordination and/or post-merger integration working for a management/strategic consulting firm, investment banker, or for a strategy team of a highly acquisitive organization

• Self-motivation, solid organizational skills, strong quantitative, spreadsheet, and presentation ability, and an “above and beyond” attitude to meet deadlines and deliver impeccable results

• Proven success in leading cross-functional teams in a high paced environment

• Solid track record executing at a high level as an individual contributor and then holding positions of increasing responsibility in the following areas:

  • Project Management - demonstrated experience organizing, planning, and managing high-priority projects from concept through implementation, specifically around M&A

  • Financial Modeling - experience in building financial business cases and understanding of financial analysis methods such as NPV and IRR

  • Strategic Planning - ability to think strategically and plan effectively including experience in developing integration strategies and plans

  • Stakeholder Communication - superior verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build presentations to communicate complex topics in straightforward terms

  • Relationship Building - ability to foster strong, trusting relationships with stakeholders at all levels rooted in collaboration and teamwork, trust and empathy, conflict resolution and respect

  • Market and Competitive Research and Analysis - strong analytical abilities with high attention to detail including demonstrated ability to drive to second-order insights

• A desire and comfort to work in a changing, fluid, ambiguous environment

• Ability to meet aggressive deadlines

• IQ/EQ balance that will enable growth into senior roles

• Ability to work in a collaborative, open work environment

• Advanced skill level in Excel and Google Workspace platforms

• Bachelors Degree preferred in Business, Finance, or Economics

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $99,700.00 - $117,300.00 per year. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.For remote roles where the final candidate resides in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oregon or Washington, state required pay thresholds will be factored into base salary.

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

• Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs.  Selections range from medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%) as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more

• We know our talent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future.  Career growth at our company is not always a ladder.  It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure.  Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.

• We value the importance of family. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.

• Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employees’ Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.

• Join a company with a strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work.  We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team. 

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Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.