Post-Merger Integration Manager

Overview

• Lead post-merger integration efforts within a high-growth industrial distribution platform backed by private equity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operational alignment and scalable processes.
• Act as a liaison between acquired businesses and shared services teams to maintain entrepreneurial spirit.
• Develop and execute tailored integration plans for newly acquired businesses across North America.
• Analyze post-close financial and operational performance to optimize growth opportunities.
• Build scalable playbooks and tools to ensure repeatable integration excellence.
• Support strategic initiatives to enhance financial performance and business opportunities.
• Contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Design and execute integration plans tailored to individual acquisitions.
• Lead cross-functional workstreams including Finance, IT, HR, Operations, and Legal.
• Preserve entrepreneurial culture while introducing scalable systems and processes.
• Track and report integration progress, risks, and milestones for multiple projects.
• Analyze financial and operational performance post-close to identify optimization opportunities.
• Develop tools and playbooks for integration excellence and repeatability.
• Build strong relationships with brand leaders to ensure support and empowerment.
• Provide recommendations to enhance financial performance and strategic growth initiatives.
• Manage and support ad hoc projects as directed by leadership.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required.
• 2–5 years of experience in investment banking, M&A advisory, or transaction services.
• Exceptional analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience supporting M&A transactions and financial diligence processes.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments with a high degree of ownership.
• Team-oriented and collaborative, yet capable of independent work.
• Experience in flow control, industrial automation, or related sectors is desirable.
• Willingness to travel periodically to acquired companies across North America.