Vice President, Mergers & Acquisitions

Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. Konecranes consistently sets the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way.

We are seeking a seasoned and result-oriented Vice President, of Mergers & Acquisitions to join the Corporate Strategy and Business Development team. This position will play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction and growth of Konecranes through strategic planning, portfolio management and execution of mergers and acquisitions in collaboration with the business areas/units and technology team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership skills, strategic acumen, and a proven track record of driving business growth from mergers and acquisitions.

Your key responsibilities:

• Lead the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) efforts and process holistically for the company.
• Drive M&A’s, including target identification, pipeline management, business case and valuation, internal alignment across functions and business entities, negotiation, due diligence, integration support, and post-merger evaluation. Overall view and accountability for achieving the target of the M&A activities.
• Collaborate with the business and market intelligence team for support on target identification and front-end evaluation.
• Spear head portfolio management proactively in alignment with corporate strategy and the business segments and business units.
• Work closely with the relevant business entities and leaders to deliver profitable growth and customer experience, while fostering transparency, accountability, and collaboration.
• Actively contribute to the company's market and competitor intelligence gathering (industry trends, regulatory developments, and competitive landscape)
• Actively contribute to the company's strategic direction and plan.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external key stakeholders, including senior leadership, external partners such as investment banks and consultants, and other relevant industry influencers.

Why join us?

With us you will be able to work with tangible and world leading products and services – from software enabled solutions to IoT and huge harbour cranes. We believe in curiosity and passion for learning – which means that you will also get continuous learning and development opportunities at Konecranes.

We are constantly looking to improve the wellbeing of our employees and offer our employees a flexible and hybrid work environment tailored to their life situation, performance-based incentives, comprehensive occupational healthcare and other benefits.

This position is locating in Espoo, Keilaniemi. Konecranes Headquarter is locating in Finland, Hyvinkää, which will be the secondary location for the role. This role requires business travelling on international scale, the percentage is subject for agreement.

What should you bring?

• Master's degree from a reputable university in business administration, finance, economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in M&A, strategy development and corporate development, preferably in a leadership capacity.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and executing M&A’s and strategic initiatives that deliver tangible and profitable business growth.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and market analysis within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen and financial literacy, with the ability to understand and interpret financial statements, valuation models, and deal structures.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve strategic objectives.
• Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset and a passion for driving business growth and innovation.
• Direct or adjacent industry experience.

Interested?

Please express your interest by 9th of June 2024 , at latest by submitting the application via Apply-link below. We appreciate early applications, as we will start interviewing on the go, and the position is filled when the suitable candidate is found. 

For further information about the role, please reach out to Daria Zhuravleva, Global TA specialist, or via LinkedIn.  

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Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.