Workforce Development Manager Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

We believe that great healthcare is an essential safeguard of human dignity.

At Laborie, we know the work we do matters – it’s what fuels our motivation and contributes to our success. If you’re ready to make a positive impact in the lives of patients across the globe, we’d like to meet you.

We support and empower our employees to grow their careers in an environment that encourages a sense of belonging and a connection to doing good. We’re not afraid to roll up our sleeves to make our goals a reality and work together to solve for our customers. We reward and recognize our employees based on our values of Aspire to Greatness, Respect All, Own It, Working Together, Persist with Passion.

Who We’re Looking For:

As a key member of the Business Development team, the Senior Manager Business Development supports Laborie’s growth strategy by leading key elements of M&A activities, including target identification, due diligence, financial valuation, and transaction support. This role is responsible for analyzing market and portfolio gaps, evaluating build‑versus‑buy opportunities, and supporting long‑term strategic planning. The position works cross‑functionally with R&D, QA/RA, Clinical, Product Marketing, Legal, and Finance to ensure disciplined and data‑driven decision-making on acquisitions and investments.

About the Role:

Mergers & Acquisitions Support

• Identify and assess potential acquisition and licensing opportunities, conduct cross‑functional due diligence, and support valuation, financial modeling, and preparation of investment materials.
• Coordinate with Legal, Finance, R&D, and external advisors to support deal execution and maintain an organized M&A pipeline.

Portfolio & Market assessment

• Maintain a clear overview of Laborie’s technology and product portfolio, identify competitive gaps and emerging opportunities, and provide build‑versus‑buy recommendations supported by structured analysis.

Strategic planning support

• Contribute analytical insights to long‑term strategic planning, including market trends, product strategy implications, and scenario assessments aligned with corporate priorities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with R&D, Product Development, Marketing, Regulatory, and Finance to validate assumptions, gather technical and commercial inputs, and ensure alignment throughout the M&A and strategy processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field.
• 6–8 years of experience in business development, M&A, corporate development, or strategic finance.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation capabilities.
• Experience conducting due diligence and market analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple functions and synthesize insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• Medical device experience

Why Laborie:

Our Mission every day is to operate as a world-class specialist medical company making and advancing technologies that preserve and restore human dignity. We do that today by helping people with pelvic and gastrointestinal conditions live normal lives, and by helping mothers and babies have safe deliveries. 

• Paid time off and paid volunteer time
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account with Company Funded Contributions
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Parental Leave and Adoption Services
• Health and Wellness Programs and Events
• Awarded 2024 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation Gold Level

Laborie provides equal employment opportunities and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Laborie is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our services, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.