M&A Business Development Market Manager

SunSource and its family of companies represent 270+ locations and 4,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and value-added solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Repair. www.sun-source.com This role is home based but needs to be located within a reasonable distance from a major metropolitan airport. The Business Development role at SunSource is key to driving profitable growth for the organization through the development and execution of SunSource ’s acquisition strategy. The M&A Business Development Market Manager is a vital position within the group that works collaboratively across functions (Sales, Marketing, Legal, Human Resources, Finance, etc.) to identify and evaluate acquisition opportunities. From there, leading the charge through acquisition and into integration making this a true, full life-cycle role. In this role, it will be vital to immerse yourself in the industrial distribution arena to evaluate acquisition opportunities within our focused technology sectors. Networking with internal and external parties will be of the utmost importance. Essential Functions Business Expertise: Develop a deep understanding of industrial Fluid Power, Fluid Conveyance, Automation and Fluid Process distribution; including customers, supply chains, competitors and global market dynamics to assist in uncovering profitable growth opportunities. Ability to manage the entire transaction process including relationship development, deal negotiation and the coordination and management of acquisition due diligence and integration activities utilizing a cross-functional team of both internal and external functional experts. Will also lead or participate in the post-acquisition performance management process and management review sessions. Utilize and document “best practices” from your experience in the M&A field r