LOCATION: Chicago, IL

RETAINED SEARCH PARTNER: Falcon Partners

SEARCH MANDATE: Our private equity client is seeking the right Chief Financial Officer to lead one of its portfolio companies, a distribution services business. The sponsor is bullish about its investment thesis in this newly acquired platform. They are prepared to invest heavily to drive the company's scale using both inorganic and organic methods.

COMPENSATION: A competitive salary, annual bonus, and wealth-building equity grant make for a compelling economic opportunity.

THE COMPANY:

• Business Model: Distribution
• Revenue Range: $200-250mm
• Deal Structure: Control buyout

INVESTMENT THESIS: Transform the business and drive scale for a planned exit in ∼2028

CANDIDATE PROFILE: We seek a passionate, committed leader with a contagious will to win who can honor this company's past while also leading it into the future. Our ideal candidate's background most likely includes:

• Business Model: Distribution
• Functional: Top financial leader of a $150mm-$300mm distribution business or number two financial leader of a $300mm-$1B distribution business
• Orientation: Financial leader with experience across accounting and FP&A.
• Private Equity: Preferred - not required
• Leveraged Finance: Proven experience managing growth in a highly leveraged environment
• Exit Experience: Not Required
• M&A: Ability to evaluate, diligence, and integrate add-on acquisitions is a plus
• Tenure: 15+ years of upwardly mobile, stable, financial leadership

FALCON and its clients are equal opportunity employers. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or any other protected status. FALCON encourages qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply.