Business Development & Acquisitions Manager - Coca Cola

Coca Cola is looking for a Business Development & Acquisitions Manager.

Responsibilities

Manager position within a small M&A team at a leading, FTSE-100 Food & Beverage multinational with operations across 28 countries, mainly in Central and Eastern Europe. Position based in Athens, Greece
The successful applicant will work closely with the Head of M&A and the Group Head of Strategy in the identification and execution of a variety of transactions.
The candidate will be expected to lead day-to-day management of such initiatives throughout their lifecycle, as well as spearhead new business development initiatives.
Ability for effective communication, both internally with Group senior management, as well as externally with shareholders of target companies and with the management of the Group’s business partners.
The candidate is expected to have a strong academic background with a professional experience of 5 – 7 years, preferably including having spent time with a large investment bank or with one of the ‘Big 4’ accounting firms.

Qualifications & Skills

Ability to work independently, at times with limited guidance.
Think out-of-the box and take initiatives.
Energetic and positive thinking.
Work seamlessly and efficiently with small teams, across countries and functions.
Team player with strong ethics and proven ability to develop a solid network of internal and external relationships.
Ability to work as a member of a remote/virtual team.
Strong modelling and valuation skills.
Ability to lead acquisitions, divestitures and other projects throughout their entire lifecycle.
Coordinate and manage external professional advisors in the context of M&A projects.
Eagerness and openness to travel and work remotely as and when required.