Corporate Development Partner

Dat Solutions • Denver, CO

286d • $140,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

DAT is an award-winning employer of choice and a next-generation SaaS technology company that has been at the leading edge of innovation in transportation supply chain logistics for 45 years. We continue to transform the industry year over year, by deploying a suite of software solutions to millions of customers every day - customers who depend on DAT for the most relevant data and most accurate insights to help them make smarter business decisions and run their companies more profitably. We operate the largest marketplace of its kind in North America, with 400 million freights posted in 2022, and a database of $150 billion of annual global shipment market transaction data. Our headquarters are in Denver, CO, and Beaverton, OR, with additional offices in Missouri, and Bangalore, India. For additional information, see www.DAT.com/company.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or strategic consulting.
• Proven track record of successfully sourcing, evaluating, and executing partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, and/or investments.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders as well as industry trade organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with teams distributed both remotely and in-person.
• Strong understanding of the software and technology industry, ideally with exposure to the transportation and logistics sector.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain processes that keep stakeholders informed of deal flow, opportunity status, and industry updates.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and segment leaders to define strategic priorities and identify potential partnership, M&A, and investment opportunities that support DAT's growth strategy.
• Conduct thorough market research, competitive analysis, and financial due diligence to evaluate the strategic fit and financial viability of potential transactions.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with potential partners, target companies, investment firms, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Partner with the strategic finance team to formulate financial scenarios that will underpin deal logic.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, sales, marketing, legal, and finance, to ensure alignment and successful execution of corporate development initiatives.
• Prepare and present clear and concise presentations and reports to senior management and the executive team on the progress and status of corporate development activities.
• Partner with DAT's parent company, Roper Technologies, to structure and execute thorough diligence processes while coordinating various internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the integration process for acquisitions to ensure successful realization of synergies and strategic objectives.
• Maintain a deep understanding of industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies within the logistics industry.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance
• Parental Leave
• Up to 20 days of paid time off starting in year one
• An additional 10 holidays of paid time off per calendar year
• 401k matching (immediately vested)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Short- and Long-term disability sick leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional programs - Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and Wellness
• Free TriMet transit pass (Beaverton Office)
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Work on impactful projects in a cutting-edge environment
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the trucking industry
• Employee Resource Groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree