Buyer for knife or cutlery manufacturer in Portugal

Company wanted

• Size: any size
• Revenue: 1-20 million EUR
• The preferred location of the target: Portugal, alternatively Spain
• Reason for acquisition: The managers of the buyer decided to strengthen its cutlery manufacturing position by the acquisition of a successful European company, preferably in Portugal as they already have operations in the region
• #CFIE MAB191

Overview of this buyer for a cutlery manufacturer 

A USA based company with operations in cutlery manufacturing and distribution, with a worldwide presence, is looking for a manufacturing company to acquire. The inclusion of the target into the buyer’s group of companies would definitely help the target’s sales, as new distribution channels to the US market would open. If you are interested in more details, please contact us to get more details about this buyer.

Profile (strategy) of this buyer for knife or cutlery manufacturer in Portugal

The buyer is based out in the United States and owns and manage numerous businesses that range from distribution to retailing. The company operates wholesale, import/export, and retail divisions, with multiple product specializations. However, one of the buyer’s main businesses is the distribution of professional knives and tools.

The cutlery division of the buyer has a long history and a number of long-term clients. The division is family owned and managed, has its own brands of products, some of which are the fastest 

The turnover of the buyer grows every year, and thanks to a good management team, the profitability is stable. The buyer is capable of financing small and middle-sized acquisition out of their own funds.

Activities and products of an ideal target

The buyer already has some operations in Portugal, where they work with several manufacturers, which they help with distribution, logistics, and sales. The buyer is looking to diversify and have a little more control of production, therefore the management has started to explore the idea of acquiring or having partial ownership in a cutlery manufacturer. 

The buyer company is currently undergoing a research phase, in order to evaluate all available knife or cutlery manufacturers in Portugal. 

The buyer is looking for a financially stable manufacturer of cutlery, with modern premises and preferably in a growth phase. However, also non-growing or smaller targets would be evaluated, as the buyer will be able to help the target’s business with synergies. If possible, the buyer is looking for companies with a strong management team and long-term client portfolio. 

The financial resources for the acquisition will be covered by a bank loan. The valuation limit depends on the attractivity of the acquisition opportunity.

Highlights of this buyer for cutlery manufacturer in Portugal

• A buyer is a USA-based group of companies with cutlery distribution division
• The buyer’s management is looking for a manufacturing plant in Portugal to step in the cutlery manufacturing business
• The company will fund the acquisition with its own funds, the financing capability will be proved in later stages

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