Program Manager

Overview Location: Remote (EST & CST only) - U.S.-based candidates; occasional travel required Employment Type: Contract | 12+ months Status : Accepting Candidates About the Role We are supporting a global manufacturing and technology organization undergoing strategic growth through mergers, acquisitions, and facility expansions. This Program Manager will lead cross-functional M&A integration initiatives, ensuring operational continuity, risk mitigation, and value realization across the enterprise. Responsibilities Lead cross-functional post-merger integration (PMI) planning and execution for acquired businesses and facilities Partner with leaders across Operations, HR, Finance, IT, Quality, and Legal to define integration scope, timelines, budgets, and success metrics Identify integration risks, develop mitigation strategies, and escalate critical issues to executive sponsors Track and report project milestones, KPIs, dependencies, and risks to senior leadership Develop and maintain integration documentation including playbooks, issue/risk logs, action trackers, and decision logs Support facility transitions and expansions tied to M&A activities, including regulatory compliance, equipment transfers, and organizational alignment Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless transitions and business continuity Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a technical, business, or related discipline 5+ years of program or project management experience, with direct focus on M&A, post-merger integration, or corporate transformation Strong understanding of cross-functional business processes (Finance, HR, IT, Operations, Quality) Proficiency with project management and reporting tools (MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint) Strong communication, stakeholder management, and executive-level reporting skills Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%, including occasional international travel Compensation (Pay Transparency) Estimated hourly range: $85–$90/hr (W-2) Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and interview outcomes #J-18808-Ljbffr