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Wabtec Corporation Corporate Development Associate in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com .
It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
Who are we?
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website (http://www.wabteccorp.com/) to learn more!
Who will you be working with?
The Corporate Development Associate will report to the Vice President, Corporate Development, responsible for day-to-day management and execution of M&A transactions evaluation of M&A targets and maintenance of the M&A pipeline. In this capacity, the role will be part of a small core team working across the enterprise, leading deal teams comprised of internal and external resources This position will support the broader functional objectives of identifying inorganic business opportunities and managing relationships with entities important to Wabtec’s growth strategy. The role will have high visibility with both Executive and Business Unit Leadership teams.
How will you make a difference?
You will participate as a key stakeholder in the strategic analysis and evaluation, connecting industry trends, product focus, market opportunities, valuation and other drivers to establish and manage an attractive M&A pipeline. You will lead deal teams comprised of internal and external resources while serving as a lead interface with the respective counterparties, planning and managing the due diligence process, providing deal models and key valuation metrics, building business cases, performing risk analysis, and presenting business cases to senior leadership.
What do we want to know about you?
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
Minimum of 2 years of work experience in Investment Banking, Management Consulting or Corporate Development is required
Fluent in English. Second language a plus
Excellent financial analysis and valuation skills, including an understanding of merger/acquisition analysis and or related issues
Excellent organization skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent attention to detail
Proactive approach to project management and willingness to take ownership of projects with demonstrated experience driving projects and deliverables to completion
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with ability to present to executive management
Excellent business sense and ability to understand and resolve complex business issues
Collaborative nature that enables the ability to interact and influence across all levels within and outside Wabtec
Dynamic personality to lead and influence cross-functional deal teams
Demonstrated skills in strategic thinking, planning, and execution
Experience working with global teams
What will your typical day look like?
Create detailed driver-based business valuation Excel models
Indirectly manage cross-functional teams to lead core phases of the M&A process including due diligence, financial modelling, analysis, valuation (in partnership with Finance), and business case development
Create PowerPoint presentations to support reporting on M&A strategy, targets, and progress to Executive and Business Unit Leadership teams
Assist the integration team with a post-close plan, as needed
What about the physical demands of the job?
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment.
Ability to be in a seated position for long periods of time.
Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. at a time.
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
Lump sum relocation assistance may also be provided if eligibility requirements are met.
Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfil that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.