Requisition Number: Req-272022
Position Title: External Description: Title: Sr Director Mergers & Acquisitions
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Location: Statewide Multi Use, IL
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Job Requisition ID: Req-272022
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Time Type: Full time
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Job Description Summary              Â
At Lamb Weston, we don't pursue transactions for their own sake. We invest behind long-term value creation.
As Senior Director, Mergers & Acquisitions, you will serve as the Company's lead to Corporate M&A and principal advisor to the CFO, CEO, and Executive Chairman on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures and strategic investments. You will help determine where the Company deploys capital, identify transformational opportunities, lead transaction execution, and drive value realization following close.
This role offers a unique opportunity for an accomplished investment banker or corporate development leader to transition from advising clients to directly influencing enterprise strategy and investment decisions within a $6+ billion global public company.
Reporting directly to the CFO, you will operate at the highest levels of the organization, regularly engaging with the executive leadership team, our Executive Chairman and CEO, and the Board of Directors on matters critical to the Company's future growth and shareholder value creation.
Why This Role
This position offers the opportunity to:
• Partner directly with the CFO, CEO, and Executive Chairman on corporate strategy and capital allocation decisions
• Lead strategic acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and investment opportunities from origination through value realization
• Influence long-term enterprise growth strategy through M&A across global markets and business segments
• Present directly to Executive Chairman, CEO and the Board of Directors
• Expand beyond transaction execution into enterprise finance leadership, strategic planning, and business decision-making
• Build broad operating experience while working alongside leaders across Finance, Strategy, Legal, Commercial, Operations, Supply Chain and HR functions
Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesCorporate Development and Strategic GrowthPartner with Corporate Strategy leadership to shape and execute Lamb Weston's inorganic growth agenda.
You will:
- Identify, evaluate, and prioritize acquisition, partnership, joint venture, and investment opportunities in line with Lamb Weston-s strategy
- Develop M&A investment theses aligned with long-term growth objectives
- Monitor industry trends, competitive dynamics, market disruptions, and emerging opportunities
- Maintain executive-level relationships with investment bankers, advisors, and potential transaction counterparties
- Serve as a strategic thought partner to senior leadership on transaction alternatives and capital deployment
Transaction LeadershipLead transactions from opportunity assessment through deal execution.
You will:
- Source and evaluate acquisition opportunities
- Build and oversee advanced valuation, financial modeling, and scenario-planning analyses
- Lead negotiations alongside senior executives and external advisors
- Direct comprehensive due diligence activities across financial, operational, commercial, tax, human resources and in conjunction with Legal team
- Structure transactions to maximize strategic and financial outcomes including synergy realization, and minimize transaction risks and integration challenges
- Prepare investment recommendations for executive leadership and the Board
- Lead deal execution through signing and close
Value Creation and IntegrationMove beyond transaction execution to ensure investments deliver expected value.
You will:
- Develop synergy cases and investment return frameworks
- Partner with business leaders to establish integration priorities and accountability
- Support post-close integration planning and execution
- Monitor value realization and identify opportunities to accelerate returns
Executive PartnershipServe as one of the Company's most trusted advisors on strategic investment decisions
You will:
- Present complex financial and strategic analyses to senior executives
- Provide objective recommendations on significant investment opportunities
- Support enterprise capital allocation decisions
- Advise leadership on strategic alternatives, risks, and value creation opportunities
Finance LeadershipThis role is designed for individuals seeking to grow from transaction leadership into broader enterprise finance leadership.
You will:
- Mentor high-potential finance talent
- Lead team of Analyst or Manager, and stand up and direct “ad hoc― teams from multiple disciplines and/or Business Units
- Contribute to the evolution of the Company's strategic finance capabilities
- Develop enterprise-wide business perspective beyond M&A execution
Basic & Preferred QualificationsRequired- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, strategic finance or M&A advisory
- Significant transaction experience involving acquisitions, divestitures, mergers, strategic investments, or joint ventures
- Advanced financial modeling and valuation expertise
- Strong commercial judgment and analytical rigor
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior executives and business leaders
- Exceptional written, presentation, and communication skills
- Experience managing multiple strategic priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred- Vice President or equivalent experience within a leading investment banking, private equity, or corporate development organization
- Experience working with public company boards and executive leadership teams
- Experience in multinational organizations
- Understanding of regulatory, governance, and compliance considerations associated with strategic transactions
Industry-Competitive BenefitsCoupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Â Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:
- Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
- Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
- Paid Time Off
- Financial Wellness â€" Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
- Family-Friendly Employee events
- Employee Assistance Program services â€" mental health and other concierge type services
Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
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Anticipated Close DateThe anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.
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Anticipated Close Date: 12/15/2026
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Pay TransparencyIn compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below.
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Pay Rate or Range: $226,960.00 - $340,440.00
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City: State: Community / Marketing Title: Sr Director Mergers & Acquisitions
Company Profile: Lamb Weston is a leading supplier of frozen potato, sweet potato, appetizer and vegetable products to restaurants and retailers around the world.
For more than 60 years, Lamb Weston has led the industry in innovation, introducing inventive products that simplify back-of-house management for our customer and make things more delicious for their customers.
It's all about seeing the possibilities in potatoes and never, ever settling.
Learn more about us at lambweston.com.
Location_formattedLocationLong: Statewide Multi Use, Illinois US
