VP of Corporate Development and Strategy

About Us

LX Group is a family-owned business that's been serving the foodservice and equipment industry for over 30 years. It all started with a young immigrant woman who simply wanted to support her family. She worked tirelessly-driving semi-trucks while pregnant, taking no days off, and doing every job herself-to build what has become a trusted, dependable partner for customers across North America.

We're a family-owned business through and through. In the early days, our company truly operated like a family. Grandma Lucy cooked lunch for everyone. The husband-and-wife founders took all eight employees on group trips to Disney World, fishing excursions, and even skiing. That culture-built on care, grit, and generosity-is still the heartbeat of who we are today.

Now in our second generation of leadership, we are evolving from a small business into a growing platform company. With multiple business units, modernized operations, and expansion on the horizon, we are seeking a senior leader to help us build the internal infrastructure and long-term strategy to support what's next.

We are currently hiring a Vice President of Corporate Development & Strategy to oversee key internal functions and drive alignment across the leadership team. If you're seeking purpose, autonomy, and the opportunity to shape the future of a thriving family enterprise, we'd love to meet you.

Role and Responsibilities

The Vice President of Corporate Development & Strategy will serve as the integrator and strategic operator of LX Group's central functions. Reporting directly to the CEO, this leader will shape company-wide priorities, lead cross-functional execution, and ensure our business infrastructure scales in step with growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Corporate Development

• Lead annual strategic planning process, including goal-setting, initiative alignment, and business reviews.
• Evaluate new business opportunities including M&A, partnerships, and adjacent market entry.
• Develop executive dashboards and performance tracking to support data-driven decision-making.

Marketing & Brand Strategy

• Oversee brand positioning and integrated marketing strategy across business units.
• Support lead generation, digital marketing, and communications initiatives.
• Ensure consistent messaging and storytelling in line with company values and growth goals.

People & Culture

• Oversee HR strategy, including recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Champion a strong, values-driven culture rooted in trust, accountability, and growth.
• Partner with leadership to build scalable org structures and career development pathways.

Finance & Accounting

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting in partnership with accounting and external advisors.
• Ensure systems and controls are in place to support financial health, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Evaluate capital allocation and support strategic investment decisions.

IT & Systems Enablement

• Oversee internal technology infrastructure and vendor partnerships.
• Identify tools and platforms to improve productivity, collaboration, and decision-making.
• Lead digital transformation efforts across ERP, CRM, data analytics, and internal workflows.

Executive Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and business unit leaders.
• Drive clarity, communication, and accountability across cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• Mandarin speaking is strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in corporate strategy, business operations, or general management, ideally in a growth-stage or founder-led environment.
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills with a proven ability to align and scale central functions.
• Experience in wholesale, foodservice, or industrial supply sectors is a plus.
• Track record of building and managing high-performing teams across finance, HR, marketing, and IT.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Systems-oriented thinker who balances strategic insight with tactical execution.
• Humble, people-first leader who thrives in collaborative and entrepreneurial cultures.

Benefits

• Join a purpose-driven, founder-led organization where your leadership will directly shape the future.
• High-impact role with visibility across the entire company and partnership with the CEO.
• Competitive compensation package with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• A culture that values trust, ownership, and building something meaningful together.