Director of Corporate Development

Director of Corporate Development PCG

RPM Performance Coatings is a strategic operating unit of RPM International Inc. RPM Performance Coatings joins exceptional products, technologies, service and individuals together to provide a comprehensive building solution package to markets throughout North America, as well as internationally. RPM Performance Coatings products and services are sold directly to contractors, distributors and end users, such as industrial manufacturing facilities, public institutions and other commercial customers. RPM Performance Coatings generated $2.0 billion in net sales for the fiscal year ended May 31, 2025.

The Director of Corporate Development PCG is responsible for external growth (acquisition) initiatives and other strategic partnerships in support of PCG's sales, margins, and earnings growth goals. Also responsible for leading special projects for PCG as needed.

The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may or may not be required to perform. The actual duties required of this position may vary.

• Leads acquisition pipeline creation and growth, working with PCG operating company leadership and the PCG Group President. With other PCG leaders creates acquisition strategy to achieve both near- and longer-term growth goals. Oversees company research and target list buildout.
• Manages target outreach to build relationships with owners and other key stakeholders, as well as ongoing relationship management. Outreach may include networking with brokers and attending trade shows and other industry events and conferences in support of long-term goals.
• Leads creation of acquisition valuation and strategy documents with PCG operating companies, to present to RPM for review and approval. Leads engagement with PCG operating companies throughout the process to ensure overall PCG-wide alignment.
• Champions proposed acquisitions with the RPM Corporate Development team in support of PCG/RPM initiatives and goals.
• Leads PCG's engagement with RPM and external partners (i.e., legal, financial, environmental, etc.) throughout the due diligence process.
• Oversees the integration process, working with PCG operating companies and the PCG leadership team to track progress and ensure successful execution.
• Oversees ongoing reporting on acquisitions as needed.
• Leads ongoing process (strategy development, research, outreach, target tracking, due diligence, integration, and reporting) analysis, identification of best practices, and implementation to maximize corporate development efficiency and results. Creates a culture fostering long-term corporate development program success.
• Leads special projects for PCG as needed.
• Completes international assignments/travel as needed

5+ years Corporate Development experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. BS Degree in related field or equivalent experience. Proven influencing and relationship management skills. Demonstrated leadership/teaming skills desired. Demonstrated technical skills, modeling capabilities and understanding of finance and accounting preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. This position requires minimal physical activity but does require computer usage for an extended period up to 8 hours in a day. No unusual environmental, lifting or exertion requirements are associated with this position. Travel is required as needed.

The pay range for this role is $150,000 - $180,000. This role is eligible for participation in a discretionary incentive bonus program. Bonus eligibility, calculation, and payment are determined solely by the Company pursuant to the terms of the applicable incentive plan and may be modified, suspended, or discontinued at any time. No bonus is earned until paid. Nothing in this job posting or associated compensation programs creates a contract of employment or alters the at-will nature of employment.

The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan and continuing education.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.