(CEN) ANALYST CORPORATE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Cemex · San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, Mexico
Wholesale Building Materials · 10,001+ employees
About the role
The analyst will support the evaluation and execution of M&A transactions and business development initiatives by conducting market assessments and financial modeling. They will also develop investment cases and provide actionable recommendations to senior management regarding strategic opportunities.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field with 2-5 years of experience in M&A or investment banking. Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, valuation, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
Full description
Job Description
Support the evaluation and execution of M&A transactions and business development initiatives, developing market assessments, financial analyses, and valuations to inform investment decisions
Main Responsibilities
- Screen and assess business development opportunities across Cemex’s businesses (cement, ready-mix, aggregates, and urbanization solutions)
- Build and analyze comprehensive financial models (DCF, trading comps, transaction comps) and conduct valuation, scenario/sensitivity, and return analyses to evaluate transaction economics and support investment decisions
- Develop investment cases by assessing risks, capital structure, funding requirements, and alignment with Cemex’s strategic and financial objectives
- Incorporate market dynamics, competitive landscape, and industry trends to inform opportunity attractiveness and strategic fit
- Translate analyses into actionable recommendations and develop decision-oriented materials for senior management
Position Challenges
- Managing financial analyses and valuation models under tight timelines
- Handling confidential information with discretion and sound judgment
- Navigating ambiguity and coordinating across multiple stakeholders
- Emotional intelligence to navigate different functional areas and project types
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field
- 2–5 years of experience in M&A, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Corporate Development, or related areas
- Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills
- Strong analytical and problem-structuring skills
- Advanced English proficiency
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
- CFA certification is a plus, but not mandatory
Internal/External Relations
INTERNAL
- Strategy, Legal, Tax, Finance, Controllership, Operations, Human Resources, Procurement, Process & Information Technology, and regional business teams.
EXTERNAL
- Investment banks, financial advisors, and consultants.
CEMEX Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At Cemex, we recognize the diversity of the world in which we live and in which we do business. We respect diversity, we address the inclusion and non-discrimination of any talented person, regardless of gender, physical ability, age, sexual orientation, culture, ethnicity, religion, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy / maternity / paternity and nationality. We promote a culture of equity for the construction of a sustainable business and the well-being and development of Cemex employees.
