Company: Gerber Collision & Glass
WELCOME TO GERBER COLLISION & GLASS
Our Team Members Drive Us! Gerber Collision & Glass is one of the largest collision repair companies in North America. With $2+ billion in sales, over 800 locations and growing, our 10,000+ team members across the United States and Canada are passionate about delivering our goal to WOW Every Customer and Be the Best!
We invite you to join our team. Gerber offers a great place to launch and grow careers. As we continue to grow, we have endless opportunities for you to grow with us.
Gerber Collision & Glass recognizes, values and welcomes all applicants with unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans.
Job Description:
This posting is part of our ongoing effort to identify qualified candidates for future opportunities. While we may not be hiring immediately, we encourage you to submit your application for consideration when a position becomes available.
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Sr Manager of Business Development to join our Corporate Development team. This role support’s the Director of Business Development in leading the company’s acquisition efforts. The Manager will own the full deal lifecycle from sourcing through initial evaluation and relationship management, acting as the face of the company to prospective sellers, as well as being the point-person to sellers during due diligence.
This is a high-impact role for a proactive dealmaker who understands the collision repair landscape and thrives in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment, and is excited for the opportunity to take a leadership role in the company’s ambitious growth efforts.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Based on guidance around prioritized markets and geographies given by the Director of Business Development - Lead proactive efforts to identify, evaluate, and pursue acquisition targets within the South Division.
- Build a deep understanding of local market dynamics and company and competitor footprints.
- Collaborate with operational division leadership to ensure consensus and alignment around growth efforts and target pursuits.
- Lead outreach efforts including cold and warm introductions, in-person meetings, and leverage the company’s extended network of partners and vendors. Serve as the primary contact for business owners, brokers, and industry partners in the division.
- Build trust-based relationships with sellers and maintain strong engagement throughout the process.
- Together with Director of Business Development and a dedicated Corporate Development M&A professional, oversee initial evaluation of potential deals including commercial, operational, and financial preliminary due diligence.
- With the support of a Corporate Development M&A professional, prepare and facilitate an investment overview presentation and working session with operations leaders and senior members of the Corporate Development team to finalize preliminary investment thesis, valuation, deal terms, and overall attractiveness of the target.
- Act as the primary point of contact for sellers throughout due diligence, coordinating internal teams and alleviating issues. Work cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and Operations to ensure smooth progression of deals toward close.
- Support the director of Business Development with maintaining an up-to-date pipeline of active and potential deals in the division. Support providing regular updates, insights, and reporting to leadership on deal flow, progress towards achieving division-specific growth goals, and divisional market activity.
Education and/or Experience Required
- 5+ years of experience in business development, M&A, or corporate development, ideally in a retail multi-site or service-driven industry.
- Understanding of the collision repair industry or adjacent verticals is preferred.
- Demonstrated success in sourcing and advancing acquisition opportunities from outreach to close. Experience in high performing, challenging environments and teams.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills and a natural ability to build trust-based relationships with business owners and internal teams.
- Organized, resourceful, and self-starter with the ability to manage multiple deals simultaneously.
- Strong communication and consensus building skills, bringing other senior decision makers along and keeping them informed throughout the process.
- Team player.
Other Requirements (i.e., physical requirements, travel, etc. that is not covered above).
- Ability to travel approx. 40-50% of the time.
Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
Benefits That Drive Your Success
Gerber offers the comprehensive benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:
- Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
- 2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for Full time Employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week
- 6 paid holidays annually
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance effective Day 1
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
- Employer Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
- Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- Free Prescription or Non-Prescription Safety Glasses annually
- Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend
Gerber Collision & Glass is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status, or any other consideration, prohibited by law or by contract.
About Us
Gerber Collision & Glass has been WOWing customers with our collision repair services for over 80 years. Please visit gerbercareers.com to learn more about our company.
Compensation Details:
Expected Pay Range:
$120,000 - $175,000 / Year
Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience.
Supplemental Pay:
This position may also be eligible for Bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives.
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