Director of Corporate Development

Are you a driven M&A professional looking to take your skills to the next level in a high-growth, private equity-backed organization? A leading player in the food and beverage sector is searching for a Director of Corporate Development to lead and execute strategic acquisitions across the U.S. This is a rare opportunity to work directly with the CEO, engage with a top-tier board of directors, and play a pivotal role in shaping the company's growth strategy.

What's in it for you:

Work directly with the CEO and executive leadership on high-impact strategic initiatives
Join a well-capitalized, private equity-backed company with aggressive growth plans
Collaborate with a world-class board and experienced private equity sponsor
Gain equity participation in a growing enterprise
Lead transactions from strategy through execution, with autonomy and visibility
Be part of building a national platform in the food and beverage sector

This role will be responsible for:

Developing and managing relationships with potential acquisition targets, often family-owned businesses
Conducting financial analysis including investment return evaluations, accretion/dilution analysis, and valuation models (DCF, comps)
Selecting targets using established KPIs and strategic fit criteria
Managing comprehensive due diligence efforts across all business functions
Supporting the preparation of board materials and investment committee presentations
Leading market research and competitive analyses to inform strategy
Creating and executing strategic planning initiatives to drive acquisitive growth

Expectations will include:

Establishing trust-based relationships with target company owners and executives
Executing high-quality analysis to assess and prioritize acquisition opportunities
Coordinating with internal teams, investors, and external advisors during deal execution
Communicating strategic rationale and financial implications of transactions
Keeping leadership informed with clear, concise, and insightful reporting
Representing the company with professionalism, credibility, and integrity

A qualified candidate will possess the following:

Bachelor’s degree required
Approximately 2–4 years of relevant experience (investment banking, private equity, corporate M&A, strategy consulting, or Big 4 transactional services)
Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities
High emotional intelligence and interpersonal savvy, especially in founder-led business environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Self-starter mentality with a team-first attitude and strong leadership potential
Willingness and ability to travel as needed

Compensation: Compensation will include an aggressive base salary, deal based bonuses and equity.

Benefits: Full

Desired Location: Phoenix, AZ

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the Director of Corporate Development job.