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The Director of Mergers and Acquisitions is responsible for leading the strategic planning, execution, and integration of technology across mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, bridging business goals with IT realities; this involves assessing target tech, managing IT due diligence (business systems, infrastructure, cyber, teams), creating integration roadmaps, overseeing IT carve-outs, managing cross-functional tech teams, ensuring compliance, and driving post-deal synergy realization and operational efficiency. They ensure IT's role enables successful transactions and sustainable growth, focusing on risk mitigation, cost optimization, and unified IT environments. The Director will drive continuous improvement in M&A processes, and mentor a team of M&A professionals to achieve successful outcomes.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and mentor a team of M&A professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
Act as key liaison between business units, IT, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment of M&A strategies
Define roles and responsibilities within the M&A team, manage performance, and ensure effective distribution of workload
Oversee due diligence processes, financial analysis, and risk assessment for potential acquisitions and mergers
Develop and implement integration strategies for acquired entities, ensuring seamless transition and value realization
Establish best practices for M&A processes, including deal sourcing, negotiation, and post-merger integration
Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and opportunities
Prepare and present regular reports to senior leadership on M&A pipeline, deal progress, and integration outcomes
Develop and manage the M&A budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources
Identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements within M&A activities
Implement and enforce compliance protocols to ensure regulatory adherence and mitigate risks
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executive leadership, business units, and external partners
Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and opportunities, ensuring transparency and alignment
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of M&A delivery
Implement and enforce Govern and Secure (GaS) protocols to security protection to Cencora and deliver consistent GaS Metrics
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology or any other related discipline or equivalent related experience
master’s degree preferred
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Technology, or related discipline (preferred)
12+ years of relevant experience with at least 8 years in managerial or leadership capacity in M&A, corporate development, or related field
Proven track record in managing large-scale M&A projects and initiatives
Strong knowledge of financial modeling, due diligence, and integration processes
Certification in Project Management (PMP), Lean Six Sigma, or similar preferred
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively both orally and in writing, facilitating effective collaboration and decision-making across teams and stakeholders
Strong financial tracking skills
Strong organizational skills
attention to detail
Good interpersonal skills
effective team player
10+ years of directly related or relevant experience with 7+ years in technology leadership, preferably in IT project management or IT delivery
Nice to have:
Lean Six Sigma Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
What we offer:
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comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness
support for working families
backup dependent care
adoption assistance
infertility coverage
family building support
behavioral health solutions
paid parental leave
paid caregiver leave
training programs
professional development resources
opportunities to participate in mentorship programs