Program Director, M&A IT

Company: Quest Diagnostics
Location: Marlborough
Posted on: May 20, 2025

Job Description:

OverviewThe Program Director for M&A Strategy & Integration is responsible for driving the execution of merger and acquisition (M&A) activities within the organization, ensuring the seamless integration of new acquisitions. This role will lead cross-functional teams and guide them through all stages of the M&A process, from pre-deal due diligence to post-acquisition integration, with a focus on driving deal closure and successful integration outcomes. The Program Director will work closely with senior leadership and other departments to ensure that M&A initiatives align with the company's strategic goals, while managing risks and ensuring timelines are met.ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities:

• M&A Execution & Integration:
  • Drive the execution of M&A transactions from due diligence to post-merger integration, working with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful completion of deals.
  • Manage the integration process of newly acquired companies, ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational goals, and culture.
  • Collaborate with key internal stakeholders (Legal, Finance, HR, Technology, Operations) to ensure all activities are aligned and executed smoothly.
  • Cross-functional Team Coordination:
    • Lead and motivate matrixed, cross-functional teams to drive initiatives forward, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability at each stage of the transaction.
    • Facilitate the smooth transition of new acquisitions into the organization, overseeing integration efforts and ensuring key milestones are achieved.
    • Work closely with internal teams to manage integration plans, resources, and timelines, driving efficient execution and resolution of any obstacles.
    • M&A Program Management:
      • Ensure M&A projects are progressing according to established timelines, budgets, and scope, addressing any deviations or issues that arise.
      • Develop and manage detailed project plans, ensuring that all M&A milestones are clearly defined, tracked, and communicated to stakeholders.
      • Proactively identify risks to successful deal closure and integration, driving corrective actions to mitigate those risks.
      • Stakeholder Communication:
        • Regularly update senior leadership, key stakeholders, and C-suite executives on the status of M&A initiatives, highlighting risks, challenges, and key accomplishments.
        • Ensure clear and transparent communication with all parties involved in the M&A process to maintain alignment and manage expectations.
        • M&A Travel:
          • Travel as necessary to engage with external parties, manage due diligence activities, and oversee integration efforts across various locations.
          • Support the on-the-ground activities necessary to close deals and facilitate smooth transitions during integration.
          • M&A Risk & Issue Management:
            • Proactively identify and manage risks, dependencies, and issues that could impact the success of M&A activities.
            • Drive the resolution of obstacles, facilitating communication between teams to ensure that M&A projects stay on track.
            • Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization:
              • UtilizeCI tools and methodologies to enhance process efficiency, drive continuous improvement, and ensure best practices are followed.
              • Apply CI principles to optimize execution, ensuring the organization maximizes the value of acquisitions and integrations.QualificationsKey Skills & Qualifications:
                • Proven track record of driving cross-functional teams to successfully execute complex projects.
                • Strong understanding of M&A processes, financial modeling, and legal requirements.
                • Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously.
                • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
                • Ability to identify risks, drive mitigation strategies, and overcome obstacles in the process.
                • Willingness to travel for M&A-related activities, including due diligence and integration efforts.
                • Bachelor's degree is requiredKnowledge:
                  • Demonstrated experience leading large and complex projects from initiation to completion(10+ years)
                  • Demonstrated experience using structured problem-solvingskills:uses a systematic, disciplined and data-driven approach that identifies the root causes of various issues and designs solutions to resolve them
                  • Demonstrated understanding of continuous improvement, process management, or systemthinking
                  • Demonstrated experience in core continuous improvement tools and advancedtools
                  • Proven track record in facilitating discussions orworkshops
                  • Demonstrated ability to develop strong relationships withothers
                  • Demonstrated experience leadingchanges
                  • Demonstrated ability to influence businessleaders
                  • Advanced data analysis skills
                  • Skilled in statistical analysis
                  • Demonstrated experience with processmanagement
                  • Basicknowledgeof VOC tools & some DFSS tools
                  • General knowledge of Hoshin and breakthrough planningRequired Certifications:
                    • Formal training in project management or continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Total Quality Management, Lean, Theory of Constraints)
                    • Quest Continuous Improvement Certification (internally provided - completed within 18 months of entering into the role)
                    • Quest Diamond Level Core Practitioner Training (internally provided - completed within 18 months of entering into the role)
                    • Quest Project Management Certification (internally provided - completed within 18 months of entering into the role)EEOEqual Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
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