Corporate Strategy (Value • M&A) - Industrial Group

Strategy & Development | Cross-border M&A Location: Amsterdam (Hybrid) Full-Time | Mid-Senior Level

The Organisation Our client is a large industrial materials and infrastructure solutions group with a significant footprint across North America and Europe. The platform operates thousands of sites globally and maintains leading market positions across building materials, engineered products, and infrastructure-related services. The organisation combines scale with decentralised operational autonomy and pursues a disciplined capital allocation strategy focused on long-term value creation, portfolio optimisation, and sustainable growth. As part of its Western European division, the group is seeking to strengthen its Strategy & Development function with an experienced M&A Manager.

The Role The

Strategy and M&A Manager

will play a central role in executing the group’s inorganic growth strategy across Western Europe. Working closely with divisional leadership and local management teams, you will drive transaction processes end-to-end, from origination and valuation through negotiation and closing. The position offers exposure to both bolt-on acquisitions and more complex portfolio optimisation initiatives, with direct interaction at senior leadership and board level.

Key Responsibilities:

Transaction Execution Lead end-to-end M&A processes including target screening, strategic assessment, valuation, financial modelling, due diligence coordination, structuring, negotiation, and closing Act as project lead on selected transactions, ensuring alignment between corporate strategy, financial discipline, and operational considerations Develop robust financial models (DCF, trading comps, transaction comps, synergy modelling) to evaluate investment returns and risk scenarios Drive preparation of high-quality investment memoranda, board papers, and executive presentations Origination & Strategic Alignment Partner with divisional leadership to identify and prioritise acquisition targets aligned with strategic growth themes Conduct industry mapping and competitive landscape analysis to support proactive origination Evaluate potential partnerships, carve-outs, and portfolio restructuring opportunities Portfolio Optimisation Support divestiture processes including asset carve-outs, valuation analysis, and transaction execution Assess portfolio performance and strategic fit to inform capital redeployment decisions Contribute to restructuring initiatives where required to enhance asset attractiveness Cross-Functional Coordination Coordinate due diligence workstreams across legal, tax, finance, operations, and integration teams Manage external advisors including investment banks, consultants, and legal counsel Act as a key interface between corporate centre and local operating businesses Post-Signing Support Support integration planning to ensure value realisation post-acquisition Monitor synergy capture and performance tracking mechanisms

Candidate Profile:

5 to 8 years of experience in M&A, corporate development, investment banking, or private equity Strong track record of executing transactions within Europe Advanced financial modelling capabilities with strong valuation expertise Demonstrated ability to operate in a decentralised, multi-stakeholder environment Strong commercial judgement and structured problem-solving approach Ability to influence senior leadership and present confidently at executive level Experience in industrial, infrastructure, manufacturing, or capital-intensive sectors is advantageous Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field MBA, ACA, CFA, or similar qualification considered a plus Fluent English required; additional European languages are beneficial Willingness to travel within Europe as required

What’s on Offer Exposure to high-impact strategic transactions across a major European division Direct interaction with senior management and executive decision-makers Broad deal exposure ranging from bolt-ons to transformational transactions Hybrid working model based in Amsterdam Competitive compensation aligned with seniority and performance