Director of Mergers & Acquisitions

We are one of the world’s largest suppliers of eggs, servicing the biggest retail and food manufacturing companies around the globe. Every day, we find homes for millions of eggs by tapping into our vast supply chain and customer networks. Bringing sellers and buyers together in fair market negotiations, we open a world of possibilities for expanding their knowledge, reach, and access. With dedicated service teams and a mission to uphold transparency and trustworthiness, we create quick and creative solutions to help manage the ever-evolving demands of the global egg industry. Job Summary We are a family-owned company headquartered in Irvine, California. We are one of the largest egg companies in the USA, operated by a team of driven, customer-oriented, experienced individuals. We utilize our extensive experience spanning all aspects of the egg industry from farming to purchasing to freight and logistics. We are expanding at an exponential rate and are looking for an experienced Director of Merger& Acquisitions to lead the end-to-end M&A process. This role involves sourcing potential acquisition targets, managing the entire transaction lifecycle, conducting thorough due diligence, and ensuring seamless post-acquisition integration. The ideal candidate will combine strategic vision with a hands-on approach, ensuring that each acquisition aligns with the company’s growth objectives and delivers sustainable value. Responsibilities Oversee all aspects of the M&A lifecycle, including target identification, financial modeling, due diligence, negotiation, and integration planning and execution.Identify and evaluate potential M&A opportunities that align with the company’s strategic goals and growth objectives.Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of acquisition targets. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including legal counsel and consultants, to structure, negotiate, and close deals.Prepare and present comprehensive business cases and strategic rationales for M&A opportunities to executive leadership.Evaluate financial due diligence findings to identify key areas of accounting risk, as well as target’s legacy compliance with US GAAP.Work with key stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive integration plans that maximize value, achieve synergies, and ensure smooth transitions.Lead regular M&A meetings for execution of the program to ensure effective cross-functional communication and coordination between the various departments involved.Determine risks, mitigation plans, and optimal execution path during all stages of the transaction by setting priorities, removing barriers, helping teams problem-solve, and surface decisions needed to leadership stakeholders.Project manage accounting integration including defining scope, workstreams, tracking progress with various accounting functions, and resolve challenges as they come up.Monitor post-acquisition performance, ensuring alignment with deal objectives and addressing challenges proactively.Support ad-hoc finance and accounting initiatives.Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting or equivalent required, Master’s a plus.8+ years of progressive experience in M&A, corporate development, investment banking, or private equityExperience having worked on numerous successful M&A transactions from start to finish.Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis using Excel, as well as experience with financial software and ERP systems.Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus among stakeholders.Exceptional project management and organizational abilities, with a demonstrated capacity to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously.Strong understanding of the logistics, supply chain, or food and beverage manufacturing industry, including trends, key players, and regulatory landscape, is highly desirable.Ability to travel up to 50%. Compensation & Benefits Full range of benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage.Company paid Life and Disability Insurance.401(k) with a company match.Generous PTO, with accrual increasing each year.Free lunch daily (for onsite workers) + unlimited snacks and refreshments.We lead with kindness, but we play to win.You’ll be trusted, empowered, and challenged every day.We’re growing like crazy. Your work will shape the future!