Ardent Mills · 4 months ago
Manager, Corporate Development and Strategy (Hybrid)
Denver CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$120K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expArdent Mills is a purpose-driven organization committed to making a positive impact on the world through innovative products and sustainable practices. In this role, you will drive the company’s strategic growth agenda by evaluating and executing acquisitions, partnerships, and supporting key strategic initiatives.
Food and BeverageIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Assist with critical aspects of transaction execution including project management, due diligence, valuation, and integration planning. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams (legal, finance, operations, HR, etc.) as well as external advisors to ensure seamless execution
Collaborate with business leaders and subject matter experts to develop investment theses, build business cases, and align opportunities with Ardent Mills’ long-term strategic goals
Build and maintain detailed financial models and valuations (e.g., DCF, precedent transactions, public comps), and assess synergies to support decision-making on potential deals
Prepare and deliver executive-ready materials and recommendations to senior leadership and other key stakeholders
Prepare business cases, management presentations, and other supporting materials for M&A and partnership opportunities
Track post-deal performance and support integration efforts by collaborating with business units and enabling functions to ensure strategic goals are achieved
Support the execution of key strategic initiatives beyond M&A, including joint ventures, commercial partnerships, and capability expansions
Support cross-functional strategic projects as needed. Partner with Strategy and Business Unit teams to help translate high-level growth initiatives into actionable, measurable programs
Provide support for executive leadership and board materials, as needed
Provide support for annual operating planning process
Contribute to Ardent Mills’ long-term growth by supporting the identification and evaluation of strategic opportunities aligned with emerging market trends, customer needs, and innovation pathways
Continuously build your understanding of the food and ingredient industry, expand your strategic toolkit, and collaborate with peers to elevate the Corporate Development and Strategy function
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree with a strong academic record
3-5 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or corporate development
Advanced financial modeling skills and analytical rigor, including the ability to structure and review complex valuation models
Advanced PowerPoint skills and ability to clearly communicate data and insights
Strong knowledge of corporate finance principles and accounting
Experience managing multiple projects and collaborating with external and internal stakeholders
Proven ability to connect financial analysis with strategic insights
Intellectual curiosity and a passion for continuous learning and improvement
Effective project management skills with the ability to lead initiatives and manage cross-functional resources
Comfort working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and across time zones
Comfort with variable and unpredictable 'projects driven' work schedule
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to distill complex ideas into clear recommendations
A proactive approach to challenging the status quo and identifying opportunities for value creation
Strong ethical judgment and commitment to Ardent Mills' core values of trust, serving, simplicity, and safety
Preferred
Familiarity with the food, agriculture, or manufacturing sectors
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
Life and Disability Programs
Voluntary Benefit Programs
Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
Retirement Savings with Company Match
Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)
Company
Ardent Mills
Ardent Mills is a leading flour supplier and grain innovator & offers the broadest range of premium multi-use flours.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Sheryl Wallace
Chief Executive Officer
Tiago Darocha
COO
Recent News
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2025-10-14
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