VP of Corporate Development and Strategy

About Us

LX Group is a family-owned business that’s been serving the foodservice and equipment industry for over 30 years. It all started with a young immigrant woman who simply wanted to support her family. She worked tirelessly—driving semi-trucks while pregnant, taking no days off, and doing every job herself—to build what has become a trusted, dependable partner for customers across North America.

We’re a family-owned business through and through. In the early days, our company truly operated like a family. Grandma Lucy cooked lunch for everyone. The husband-and-wife founders took all eight employees on group trips to Disney World, fishing excursions, and even skiing. That culture—built on care, grit, and generosity—is still the heartbeat of who we are today.

Now in our second generation of leadership, we are evolving from a small business into a growing platform company. With multiple business units, modernized operations, and expansion on the horizon, we are seeking a senior leader to help us build the internal infrastructure and long-term strategy to support what’s next.

We are currently hiring a Vice President of Corporate Development & Strategy to oversee key internal functions and drive alignment across the leadership team. If you’re seeking purpose, autonomy, and the opportunity to shape the future of a thriving family enterprise, we’d love to meet you.

Role and Responsibilities

The Vice President of Corporate Development & Strategy will serve as the integrator and strategic operator of LX Group’s central functions. Reporting directly to the CEO, this leader will shape company-wide priorities, lead cross-functional execution, and ensure our business infrastructure scales in step with growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Corporate Development

• Lead annual strategic planning process, including goal-setting, initiative alignment, and business reviews.
• Evaluate new business opportunities including M&A, partnerships, and adjacent market entry.
• Develop executive dashboards and performance tracking to support data-driven decision-making.

Marketing & Brand Strategy

• Oversee brand positioning and integrated marketing strategy across business units.
• Support lead generation, digital marketing, and communications initiatives.
• Ensure consistent messaging and storytelling in line with company values and growth goals.

People & Culture

• Oversee HR strategy, including recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Champion a strong, values-driven culture rooted in trust, accountability, and growth.
• Partner with leadership to build scalable org structures and career development pathways.

Finance & Accounting

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting in partnership with accounting and external advisors.
• Ensure systems and controls are in place to support financial health, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Evaluate capital allocation and support strategic investment decisions.

IT & Systems Enablement

• Oversee internal technology infrastructure and vendor partnerships.
• Identify tools and platforms to improve productivity, collaboration, and decision-making.
• Lead digital transformation efforts across ERP, CRM, data analytics, and internal workflows.

Executive Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and business unit leaders.
• Drive clarity, communication, and accountability across cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• Mandarin speaking is strongly preferred.
• 10 years of experience in corporate strategy, business operations, or general management, ideally in a growth-stage or founder-led environment.
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills with a proven ability to align and scale central functions.
• Experience in wholesale, foodservice, or industrial supply sectors is a plus.
• Track record of building and managing high-performing teams across finance, HR, marketing, and IT.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Systems-oriented thinker who balances strategic insight with tactical execution.
• Humble, people-first leader who thrives in collaborative and entrepreneurial cultures.

Benefits

• Join a purpose-driven, founder-led organization where your leadership will directly shape the future.
• High-impact role with visibility across the entire company and partnership with the CEO.
• Competitive compensation package with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• A culture that values trust, ownership, and building something meaningful together.