Anheuser-Busch

Director, Wholesaler Mergers & Acquisitions

Anheuser-Busch  •  $157k - $187k/yr  •  New York City, NY (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

SALARY: $157,440 - $186,960, bonus and long-term incentive eligible

COMPANY:
Michelob ULTRA. Cutwater Spirits. Budweiser. Kona Brewing Co. Stella Artois. Bud Light.That’sright, over 100 of America’s most loved brands, to be exact. Butthere’sso much more to us than our top-notch portfolio of beers, seltzers, and more. We are powered by a 19,000-strong team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. We look for peoplewith talent, curiosity, and commitment and providethe teammates,resourcesand opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

Join Anheuser-Busch’s internal Wholesaler Mergers & Acquisitions and strategy team, a high-impact group shaping the future of beverage distribution in the U.S. Partner with senior leaders, independent wholesalers, and cross-functional teams to execute complex transactions, drive strategic growth, and strengthen our route-to-market.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead and manage M&A projects related to Anheuser-Busch’s owned beverage distribution operations (AB ONE) -- work closely with AB ONE leadership, legal, commercial and other functional teams to negotiate transactions, obtain senior management approvals, ensure transaction closing and support integration efforts
  • Participate in the negotiation and structuring of transactions involving privately held businesses
  • Perform business valuations for prospective acquisitions and divestitures by AB
  • Prepare and review sophisticated financial analyses of ownership changes within the A-B wholesaler network
  • Review wholesaler acquisition and financing documents to ensure compliance with AB Wholesaler Equity Agreement
  • Lead transition of current and future AB brands to AB’s preferred wholesaler system

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:

  • Consistent track record of demonstrating strong project management capabilities, adeptly coordinating multidimensional tasks across departments, and delivering results that exceed expectations
  • Strong analytical abilities with attention to detail
  • Understanding of industry-standard valuation methodologies for privately-held businesses
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel and financial modeling or forecasting
  • Solid understanding of finance and accounting principles
  • Ability to develop strategic plans and clearly communicate them to Sr. Leadership

PEOPLE SKILLS:

  • Self-starter with a track record of leveraging networks, creativity, and resourcefulness to solve complex problems
  • Skilled at fostering effective communication with external partners and business principals
  • Experience conducting due diligence meetings with internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-financial colleagues and independent wholesalers

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Familiarity with beer wholesale operations and the three-tier system
  • Knowledge in the following areas preferred, but not required: Contract negotiation, M&A deal structures, financial concepts for an independent business, and lending structures
  • Five or more years of relevant work experience
  • 5 days in office

WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:

At Anheuser-Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. For more than 165 years as a leading American manufacturer, Anheuser-Busch has delivered a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. As the nation’s top brewer, one of the fastest growing spirits companies, and an insurgent force in energy drinks, we drive economic prosperity nationwide through investments in our people, facilities, and communities. We are the only alcohol company that invests in the U.S. at this scale

BENEFITS:

  • Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts

  • Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection

  • Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies

  • 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matchingcontribution

  • Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company ofowners

  • Free Beer!

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About Anheuser-Busch

For more than 160 years, Anheuser-Busch has been woven into the cultural fabric of the United States, carrying on a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Today, we own and operate more than 120 facilities and have more than 19,000 colleagues across the United States. We are home to several of America’s most recognizable beer brands, including Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob ULTRA and Stella Artois, as well as a number of regional brands that provide beer drinkers with a choice of the best-tasting craft beers in the industry. From responsible drinking and emergency drinking water programs to industry-leading sustainability efforts, we are guided by our unwavering commitment to supporting the communities we call home.

We are a company that believes our people are our greatest asset. We believe in the spirit of ownership because our employees take results personally and want to build something great together. We value talented employees who aren’t afraid to be bold, resourceful, and committed. At Anheuser-Busch, it’s not about what you studied or where you worked, it’s about what you can do. If you see yourself working for a company that allows you to excel at the pace of your talent, then a career at Anheuser-Busch may be for you.

As America’s leading brewer, we are committed to finding innovative ways to continually improve. It's this kind of thinking that creates a unique work environment by rewarding talent, celebrating diversity and encouraging forward thinking. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For more information, visit www.anheuser-busch.com/careers.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
St. Louis, MO
Year Founded
1852
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