Director of Corporate Ventures

3 weeks ago


Raleigh, United States MANN+HUMMEL Full time
Role Summary

This position can either be on-site, or hybrid and is based at our location in Raleigh, NC.

The Director of Corporate Ventures will spearhead the development and execution of our corporate venture capital strategy, focusing on identifying, evaluating, and managing investments in startups and emerging technologies in line with the MANN+HUMMEL strategic goals. This role is crucial for driving innovation and growth by leveraging external partnerships and investments in strong coordination with the MANN+HUMMEL business units as further outlined below.

Main Tasks

  • Develop and implement the corporate venture strategy aligned with the company's overall strategic goals
  • Identify key industry trends, market opportunities, and technological advancements that align with the company's growth objectives
  • Source, evaluate, and recommend investment opportunities in startups and emerging technologies
  • Conduct due diligence, including market analysis, technology evaluations, financial modelling, and risk assessment
  • Negotiate and communicate successfully with entrepreneurs, management teams, partners, and other stakeholders, including attorneys, advisors, consultants, and MANN+HUMMEL's Executive Management
  • Build relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, intermediaries, and executives to stay informed of early and growth companies
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with VCs, Incubators, and Accelerators to create a robust partner pipeline
  • Oversee ongoing relationships with portfolio companies to enhance strategic and financial value for both MANN+HUMMEL and the portfolio companies
  • Develop, coordinate, and support joint strategic innovation projects between startups and internal business units
  • Prepare and present regular reports on investment performance, strategic insights, and recommendations to senior management
  • Advise and mentor internal Digital Ventures teams
Your Profile

Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or Finance (MBA preferred)
Experience:
  • 10+ years' experience working with emerging technologies in B-2-B corporate business development, or strategy
  • 5+ years' demonstrated venture capital investing experience
  • Experience with start-up companies, venture capitalists, commercial partnerships, and incubators
Required Skills:
  • Strong understanding of industrial technology and manufacturing trends and challenges
  • Excellent analytical, financial modeling, and due diligence skills
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities
  • Ability to work effectively with global cross-functional teams and senior executives
Required Travel:
  • Occasional travel required for investment meetings, industry events, site visits to portfolio companies, and MANN+HUMMEL locations both domestically and overseas (globally)
Work Environment:
  • Enjoy a supportive and collaborative workplace where innovation thrives. Our team is known for its friendly and engaging atmosphere. The position is based in our Raleigh, NC office for three days a week, with the option to work remotely (from within the Greater Raleigh, NC area) for the remaining two weekdays. Come join us


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