Gildan is leading the way in apparel manufacturing, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, American Apparel®, Comfort Colors®, GOLDTOE®, and Peds®. We’ve spent the last four decades perfecting the art of respectful apparel making, and the last 20 years implementing sustainable initiatives throughout our business.

Founded in Canada, we now operate out of roughly 30 locations worldwide across 12 countries and sell our products in 60+ markets globally with $3 billion in sales. Together with more than 45,000 employees, we are united in our vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.

Reporting to the Vice President, Corporate Development, and as an essential member of a team, the Sr Manager, Corporate Development is responsible for leading projects aligned with Gildan’s strategic priorities. Projects and priorities could vary across the year and include Gildan’s strategic plan, large capital investment opportunities, acquisitions, divestures, and various strategic projects in support of Gildan’s sustainable growth strategy. 

The role

• Lead the development of the company’s Strategic Plan, develop clear milestones, monitor progress, and provide data-driven, actionable recommendations to achieve objectives.
• Support the company’s M&A strategy, including managing the acquisition pipeline, reviewing trends impacting adjacent industries and continuously updating Gildan’s competitive landscape.
• Lead potential transactions including researching target companies, valuation, due diligence, negotiation, and integration planning.
• Manage and coordinate market and feasibility studies, due diligence of potential new markets for organic expansion.
• Develop financial models and tools to evaluate the Company’s operational performance and organizational effectiveness in strategic areas.
• Evaluate and validate the Company’s major capital projects.

The requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance. MBA would be an asset. 
• CFA designation. CPA would be an asset.
• 6-8 years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, corporate strategy, or corporate development.
• Able to synthesize information and complex issues to make informed decisions.
• Extensive knowledge of and ability to conduct analysis, financial modeling and business valuations (quantitative and qualitative analysis).
• Superior analytical and project management skills.
• Solid working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Commitment to being a top performer and delivering outstanding results.
• Flexible and adaptable with a sense of urgency.
• Team-oriented and collaborative attitude; also, able to work independently.
• Highly organized and self-motivated.
• Excellent written, oral and presentation skills.
• This position requires proficiency in a language other than French to support customers, employees or markets located outside the province of Quebec or requiring services in a language other than French – mainly English.

#LI-Hybrid  

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

We recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.

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