M&A Program​/Project Manager

M&A Program/Project Manager

Location:

The Woodlands, Texas

Salary: $–$

Responsibilities

• Lead IT integration efforts across all phases of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, from initial due diligence to post-close stabilization.
• Develop and continuously improve the M&A IT Integration Playbook, incorporating industry best practices and lessons learned.
• Define integration strategies, create detailed project plans, and ensure adherence to scope, timeline, and budget.
• Manage and coordinate cross‑functional teams to align IT and business unit objectives during integration
  
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• Evaluate and oversee third‑party vendors for specialized IT tasks such as application installation, security implementation, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Direct the integration of IT systems, software applications, infrastructure, and enterprise platforms, ensuring compatibility and functionality.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and IT security standards throughout the integration process.
• Conduct tollgate reviews to monitor progress and maintain disciplined execution of integration projects.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to provide updates and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to address potential challenges during IT integration projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience managing IT integration projects, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise IT systems and architecture, including experience with platforms such as Oracle.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage third‑party vendors effectively.
• Expertise in both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with experience engaging senior executive stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities to address complex integration challenges.
• PMP certification and familiarity with Agile Scrum practices are highly desirable.

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