Corporate Development Manager – Growth & Mobility Program (all genders)

Location: Zurich, Stuttgart, Milan or hybrid from another EU location where our company has a legal entity

Are you an experienced manager with a passion for business growth, strategy, and building successful organizations? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and see international mobility as an opportunity for career advancement?

As the A+P Group continues to accelerate its growth through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, we are seeking a Business Development Manager to join our Corporate Development team. This role is designed for ambitious mid-level managers who want to play a key role in shaping the future of the Group while preparing for senior leadership opportunities within our operating companies in US, Europe and Asia.

Working within a small, dedicated team focused on strategy, business development and mergers & acquisitions, you will lead strategic projects across market expansion, business planning, acquisitions, company establishment, and post-merger integration. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain broad international exposure to corporate development activities and serves as a launch pad to future middle and senior management roles within newly acquired or existing group companies, particularly within our production operations.

YOUR MISSION

• Drive the development and execution of the Group’s business development strategy, identifying growth opportunities through acquisitions, partnerships, market expansion, and new business initiatives.
• Lead strategic projects, including market research, business planning, market-entry strategies, and operational improvement initiatives across the Group.
• Identify, assess, and develop investment, partnership, and acquisition opportunities aligned with the Group’s long-term objectives.
• Manage the full prospecting process, from target identification and relationship building to stakeholder engagement and opportunity qualification.
• Conduct strategic and financial analysis, including business valuations, financial modelling, SWOT assessments, and integration business cases.
• Lead and coordinate due diligence activities, supporting transaction structuring, negotiations, and contract review processes.
• Drive the integration of acquired businesses, ensuring successful onboarding, synergy realization, and alignment with the Group’s strategic and operational goals.

YOUR PROFILE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, manufacturing, or a related technical discipline, ideally complemented by an MBA and a solid foundation in accounting, corporate finance, or business valuation.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience, including 5 years within the rubber industry or a comparable manufacturing environment and 4 years in production-focused roles with exposure to operations and management.
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities, with a minimum of 3 years leading cross-functional teams and strategic initiatives in complex business environments.
• Experience in business planning, corporate development, strategy consulting, mergers & acquisitions, or other growth-oriented business functions would be an advantage. Exposure to financial analysis, business modelling, valuation, and investment evaluation is considered a plus.
• Highly analytical and commercially minded, with advanced Excel skills, strong financial acumen, and the ability to translate data into actionable business decisions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, combined with a collaborative, pragmatic, and results-oriented approach.
• Open and interested to relocate internationally for new roles
• Self-driven, strategic, and internationally minded, with strong networking abilities, a customer-focused mindset, and fluency in English; additional languages such as German, Italian, Chinese, or others are highly valued.

Angst+Pfister DNA

The Angst+Pfister Group has been a leading development and production partner for industrial components for over 100 years. As a globally active product and materials specialist, Angst+Pfister serves customers - particularly in Europe, USA, and Asia. We develop and manufacture customized and innovative product solutions together with our customers.

YOUR BENEFITS

• Work for a market leader in engineered components with a proud Swiss heritage and global presence
• Join a company built on trust, where you are empowered to take ownership, make decisions, and drive meaningful results
• Play a central role in shaping the future growth of the Group through strategic acquisitions, partnerships, market expansion initiatives, and business transformation projects
• You will be supported in your personal development, with strong opportunities to grow into senior management positions across the Group, supported by international assignments and mobility opportunities
• Work closely with senior leadership in a fast-paced environment where you can drive strategic initiatives and create lasting value across the Group

Eager to know more about our People and Career? Have a look at our website: People & Career | Angst+Pfister (angst-pfister.com)