Business Development Manager

Role Overview

• Support SDx’s strategic growth initiatives through evaluation, coordination, and execution of inorganic opportunities and strategic partnerships
• Partner cross-functionally to help drive M&A activities, partnership evaluations, strategic analyses, and post-close integration support
• Support evaluation, project management, and tracking of M&A projects in partnership with Mars Corporate Development and SDx leadership
• Conduct market, competitive, and financial analyses to support business development priorities and strategic decision-making
• Support the identification, evaluation, and advancement of strategic partnership opportunities in collaboration with R&D, Medical, Commercial, and Strategy teams
• Support post-close activities for acquisitions and partnerships, including governance tracking, integration coordination, deal-related payment management, and partnership milestone execution
• Partner effectively across SDx, Mars Corporate Development, Finance, Legal, R&D, Commercial, and Operations teams to help drive alignment, execution discipline, and strategic outcomes across business development initiatives.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or related field
• Ideally 5+ years of relevant experience in business development, strategy, consulting, corporate development, investment banking, or related fields
• MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Strong understanding of financial principles, business operations, and strategic analysis
• Experience supporting financial modeling, valuation analyses, and business case development
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, coordinate cross-functional workstreams, and maintain strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across functions and levels of the organization
• Ability to synthesize complex information, evaluate market dynamics, identify insights, and support strategic recommendations
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Understanding of healthcare, diagnostics, veterinary, or related industry trends preferred.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)
• Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life
• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Life Assistance Program
• Pet Care Discounts