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CFO at a PE-Backed Distribution Business
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LOCATION: St. Louis, MO

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 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 
  • Deal Structure: Control buyout

INVESTMENT THESIS: Transform the business and drive scale within 2-3 years.

  • Transform this entrepreneurially led company into a powerful platform business.
  • Drive organic growth by enhancing operational efficiencies, expanding market presence, and optimizing financial strategies.

THE SPONSOR: This private equity firm has a solid history of scaling businesses. Its specialties include aerospace, industrials, and chemicals.

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 finance leader at a lower middle market B2B company or a senior finance leader within a larger enterprise organization.
  • Private EquityHighly Preferred
  • Tenure10+ years of progressive career success


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.

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