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France
- Publié le: 30 Avr 2026
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A propos de l'offre
For over 100 years, we’ve been by your side, all across France!
At Danone, we believe growth is something to be savored. That’s why our 26 brands are part of the everyday lives of French consumers, offering delicious products that bring enjoyment while taking care of oneself and loved ones. With more than 8,000 Danoners across 13 production sites, 7 warehouses, 3 headquarters and an R&D center, Danone continuously works on developing and enhancing iconic products found in your kitchens, supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, as well as in healthcare facilities and pharmacies. Certified B Corp and Happy Trainees, Danone does not aim to be the best company in the world, but a better company for the world. We strive to offer the very best to both our consumers and our people.
The M&A Team reports to the CFO of Danone Group. Following the refocus of Danone in 2007 on health with the acquisition of Numico, the market leader of baby food and medial nutrition, and the sale of the biscuit business, Danone’s product portfolio has continued to change, both in terms of geographical expansion and sectors.
About the role:
As a member of the M&A team covering Americas and EMEA, you will actively participate in the inorganic growth strategy and execution of the Danone Group in the Region.
Main Responsibilities:
1) Strategy and Pipeline management
- Understand the industry with in-depth analysis in our categories in the Americas and EMEA
- Liaise with the Investment banks to identify potential opportunities.
- Work closely with the Corporate and regional strategy teams to define adequate M&A targets aligned with strategy
2) Financial & Business analysis
- Lead or oversee valuation using multiple methods (DCF, Multiples, precedent transactions)
- Build financial models and scenario analyses
- Assess synergies (topline and bottomline)
- Assess impacts for the Group (ROIC, EPS)
3) Deal Execution
- Manage the end-to-end transaction process including business case preparation, deal structuring, negotiations, coordination with internal stakeholders and external advisors (bankers, auditors, consultants, lawyers)
- Co-Lead the Due Diligence process with the M&A Legal team (finance, tax, commercial, Legal, Operations, HR, ESG, etc.)
4) Cross-Functional Leadership
- Act as the co-coordinator of the different teams and workstream (Finance, Legal, Tax, Ops,IT, Commercial, HR, etc.)
- Translate complex information into clear recommendation for top management
5) Negotiating & Closing
- Support negotiations on Enterprise Value, Reps & Warranties, closing conditions, governance in Joint-Ventures
- Ensure the transaction is executed in compliance with internal governance and regulatory requirements
6) Post Merger Integration
- Preparation of integration plans to be handed over to the business teams
- Close cooperation with the business units to ensure operational success and delivery of the business case
Our employer commitments:
The guarantee of a relevant, competitive and scalable compensation package, through external benchmark and internal equity. It consists among other things of a fixed salary, an yearly bonus, gain sharing.
Flexibility of work and workplaces, such as weekly homeworking.
Skills development for all, thanks to our Danone Academy France and through a year-round managerial conversation cycle.
The possibility to use up to 3 days a year of volunteering through the platform Vendredi.
Parenting policy benefits, such as extended Parental Leave (14 additional maternity/paternity days covered), or the ability to convert some earnings into time off
Other benefits include a complementary pension scheme, health care plan, CSE, 100% of the Navigo pass covered
A propos de vous
The criteria below remain indicative. A candidate who has a different combination of experience and skills could also be considered.
- Master's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business or management from top tier schools
- CPA or CFA or similar professional qualification
- 5–10 years of solid M&A deal experience, with a proven track record of successful transactions (Investment Banking, Corporate M&A, Private Equity): acquisitions, disposals, JV
- Overseas working experiences or multinational corporation working experiences
- Strong knowledge in valuation and financial modelling
- Proven ability to establish relations built on high level of trust
- Team leadership and people management
- Experience working collaboratively with all levels of internal staff, external advisors & government officials
- Fluency in English
- Pragmatic with business sense, good investment judgment and strategic thinking
- Autonomous and self-motivated, with the ability to handle high workload
- Strong negotiation & communication skills
- Sound business ethics
We are proud to promote diversity and equal opportunities within our teams. We believe that our differences make us stronger, and that an inclusive work environment supports our growth as a company, as teams, and as individuals. We therefore welcome all applications* while fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can feel they belong. We have also chosen to remove inclusive writing from our job descriptions, as its complexity can create barriers for individuals with cognitive disabilities, including dyslexia, dysphasia or apraxia.
*All applications will be considered regardless of origin, background, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic.
A PROPOS DE DANONE
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Our four core values "HOPE": HUMANISM, OPENNESS, CLOSENESS and ENTHUSIASM serve as our compass.
Every day, you will make decisions that impact our economic and societal performance, as well as our ability to achieve our ambitions.
At Danone, you can just be yourself. We are convinced that it is up to YOU to define how you work, develop and progress.
With us, you will work in a challenging, authentic, and caring environment.
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