Remote role within Embrace's M&A Business Development team sourcing software acquisition opportunities.
Search for, find, and contact owners/CEOs/founders of software companies to source acquisition targets.
Leverage existing relationships and build new ones with decision makers, M&A advisors, private equity and venture capital professionals (United States focus).
Initiate and maintain executive-level relationships and communicate Embrace's value proposition.
Manage and champion Salesforce CRM to track and monitor target accounts and ensure BD/M&A alignment.
Perform market analysis to identify new markets/industries for platform acquisitions.
Set quarterly, monthly and weekly targets for self and other BD resources and meet/exceed BD sourcing KPIs (discovery and follow-up calls).
Qualify opportunities at the top-end of the acquisition funnel for efficient M&A team focus.
Coach and lead other BD resources, define KPIs, and hold team members accountable.
Report to the Sr. Manager of Business Development.
Requirements
Passionate about the business development profession and its growth potential within Embrace.
At least 3+ years of experience in Business Development/Sales at a software company or client-facing M&A/finance role.
Prior experience in a VMS acquisitive organization is preferred.
Having sourced at least 1 closed transaction in current or previous M&A Biz Dev role.
Basic understanding of financial terms and metrics (Revenue, Churn/Attrition/GDR, COGS, opex, ARR etc).
Advanced verbal and written communication skills and executive presence to speak with CEOs, M&A advisors, corporate development, private equity and venture capital professionals.
Organized, detail oriented, and able to work variable hours.
Extraordinary work ethic, proactive with a sense of urgency.
MBA or CFA considered an asset.
Prior experience in business development in the Healthcare or Industrial space is an asset.
Able to define processes and strategy in an ambiguous environment.
Proven business development best practices, workflows, strategies, and approaches.
Experience managing and championing Salesforce CRM and tracking target accounts.
Ability to set and meet quarterly, monthly and weekly BD targets and KPIs.