Vice President Corporate Development - Mergers and Acquisitions

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Graybar is seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President, Corporate Development to lead our Mergers and Acquisitions initiatives. This role reports to the SVP, Strategy & Business Development and is critical for driving Graybar’s acquisition growth plans and ensuring seamless post-acquisition integration. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing the entire M&A process, from targeting to due diligence to integration, and will excel at building and nurturing relationships with target companies.

In this role you will:

• Cultivate, nurture, and maintain meaningful relationships with external advisors, investment bankers, legal counsel, and other key stakeholders involved in the M&A process.
• Successfully cultivate targets, meet with all levels of target companies, and articulate Graybar’s values, strategy, and vision. Build long-term relationships with potential sellers and update various executive leaders regularly on progress.
• Provide guidance to and collaborate with cross-functional teams on all phases of M&A activities, including targeting, valuation, due diligence, contract negotiation, and integration planning.
• Evaluate strategic fit, rationale, valuation, assumptions, and other factors to propose recommendations on how to proceed at all stages of the M&A process.
• Support deal structuring, negotiation, and documentation processes. Ensure alignment with strategic objectives and risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate and partner with cross-functional teams to develop post-acquisition integration plans. Identify synergies, integration risks, and key milestones to facilitate a smooth transition and maximize value realization post-transaction.

What you bring to the table:

• 10 years’ experience:  Working with senior management teams on mergers and acquisitions; significant acquisition experience, with expertise in project management, valuation, due diligence, contract negotiation, and integration planning.
• Four-year degree:  business, finance, or related field.
• MBA or equivalent education preferred.
• Experience in wholesale distribution preferred.
• Knowledge of acquisition financial analysis methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of M&A concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of M&A activities and various deal types, including transformational deals, tuck-ins, and joint ventures.
• Knowledge of legal issues and financing options involved with M&A activities, including Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulations.
• Demonstrated customer focus and interpersonal communications skills.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent financial modeling valuation skills.
• Strong communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to present to senior levels of an organization.
• Full cycle project management skills.
• Strategy development and planning skills.

The Value of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.

• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.

• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.

• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.

• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.

• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.

• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.

• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

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