Martin Marietta's Strategy & Development group was formed in 2013, reporting to the CEO, to support the Company's growth objectives. With a lean staff and significant involvement with senior management, the team is primarily responsible for M&A development and execution, long-range strategic planning, market research and analysis, investor relations support and other special projects. Since inception, completed transactions have ranged from small family-owned bolt-on acquisitions to large platform public-company mergers, including ~$6 billion of buy and sell transactions in calendar year 2024.
Position Description:
Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Strategy & Development, this position works closely with Martin Marietta's corporate executive and operational business leaders to develop Martin Marietta's strategic growth priorities, evaluate capital deployment alternatives and execute M&A transactions to continue driving significant long-term shareholder value. This is a high-profile and challenging role with significant senior executive exposure. The ideal candidate enjoys analyzing complex problems, works effectively with cross-functional teams and thrives in a fast-paced environment with tight timelines.
Primary Responsibilities:
Mergers & Acquisitions
Identify and prioritize acquisition targets in alignment with the company's strategic plan
Perform detailed financial analysis including discounted cash flow models, comprehensive pro-forma merger models, accretion/(dilution) analysis and analysis at various prices
Lead cross-functional due diligence efforts across operations, finance, accounting, legal, HR, IT, tax and third-party advisors
Formulate and present transaction proposals to the senior executive team that include a thorough evaluation of the strategic rationale, risks, valuation and financial return metrics
Negotiate letters of intent and transaction purchase agreements
Lead post-close integration teams to identify, capture and realize deal synergies
Cultivate relationships with family-owned business owners, investment banks, private equity sponsors, business unit management and other stakeholders to proactively drive deal sourcing opportunities
Refine valuation models and standardize transaction and integration processes
Additional Responsibilities
Identify portfolio rationalization opportunities and lead divestiture/separation efforts
Support development of ad hoc senior executive and board of director presentations
Participate in various special projects including corporate finance initiatives, capital market trends, commercial and competitive dynamic studies
Support investor relations activities including preparation of quarterly earnings releases and investor presentations
Position Requirements:
MBA required
Transaction execution and valuation experience (mergers, acquisitions, divestitures) required
Self-starter with an ability to work independently within tight timelines
5+ years related work experience including investment banking, corporate development, private equity, strategy consulting or Big 4 transaction services
Experience working with corporate executives and business owners
Strong mathematical, analytical, project management, and problem solving skills
Detail oriented with the ability to think critically in solving complex issues
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal; outstanding interpersonal skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and FactSet skills
Relocation to Raleigh, North Carolina required (comprehensive relocation package provided)
A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials - including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.
At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest - those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.
In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:
Medical
Prescription Drug
Dental
Vision
Health Care Reimbursement Account
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Plan
Paid Holidays and Vacation
401(k) with Company matching
Pension
Salary Continuation - Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability Options
Employee Life Insurance
Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Direct Deposit Payroll
Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
College Scholarship Program - for dependent children
Matching Gift Program
New Auto Purchase Discount Plans
At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.