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Job title: Head of Merger & Acquisitions and Strategy About: This company is a global leader in automotive wiring harnesses, electronic sensors, and mechatronic systems, serving major OEMs and Tier-1 clients across Europe, Asia, and North America. With a strong focus on innovation, precision manufacturing, and global expansion, they are poised to accelerate our journey through strategic acquisitions and forward-looking business strategies. The Head – M&A and Strategy will lead the company’s inorganic growth initiatives globally while shaping long-term business strategy. This is a high-impact role focused on identifying, evaluating, and executing acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships that align with company's vision of becoming a global Tier-1 technology-driven supplier. Core Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Planning & Deal Origination Identify sectors, geographies, or technologies that align with the company's long-term strategic objectives. Develop an M&A roadmap with target shortlists based on industry trends and gaps in the company’s portfolio. Establish relationships with investment banks, advisors, and startup ecosystems for deal flow. 2. Deal Evaluation & Structuring Assess target companies through strategic fit analysis , market sizing, synergies, and financial valuation. Lead internal discussions to build the business case for an acquisition or JV. Work with finance/legal teams on deal structuring, risk analysis, and regulatory implications. 3. Due Diligence & Execution Lead cross-functional diligence covering financials, operations, IP, HR, tax, and legal. Coordinate internal and external stakeholders (advisors, consultants, management teams). Negotiate term sheets, pricing, and definitive agreements. 4. Integration & Value Creation Support or lead post-merger integration planning — ensuring operational, cultural, and financial alignment. Track performance metrics post-acquisition to ensure value delivery (revenue synergies, cost savings, etc.). 5. Internal Advisory & Leadership Support Act as a key advisor to the CEO and Board on inorganic options (acquisitions, divestitures, partnerships). Build M&A frameworks and governance processes to standardize and de-risk deal-making. Strategic Impact Areas: Growth Acceleration: Enter new markets, add capabilities, or expand product lines. Portfolio Optimization: Buy, merge, or divest to improve strategic focus or financial performance. Innovation Access: Acquire startups or niche players with tech/IP advantages. Global Expansion: Enter high-potential international markets via acquisition or JV. Experience: 15–20 years of experience in M&A, corporate development, strategy consulting, or investment banking. Strong global deal-making experience in automotive, industrials, mobility-tech, or EV ecosystem. Track record of successful JV formation, acquisitions, and post-deal integration. Exposure to working with promoter driven organizations is a plus Show more Show less
