Head - Merger & Acquisition/Strategy

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 companys 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:

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 companys portfolio.

- Establish relationships with investment banks, advisors, and startup ecosystems for deal flow.

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.

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.

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.

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.