Dir - Program Execution M&A

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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. The role involves assessing target technology, 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.

The Director will drive continuous improvement in M&A processes, mentor a team of M&A professionals, and focus on risk mitigation, cost optimization, and unified IT environments.

• 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.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of M&A delivery.
• Implement and enforce Govern and Secure (GaS) protocols to protect Cencora’s security and deliver consistent GaS metrics.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent 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 a managerial or leadership capacity in M&A, corporate development, or a 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.
• Strong financial tracking skills and meticulous organization.
• Effective team player with good interpersonal skills.

Behavioral

Skills:

Coaching and mentoring, conflict resolution, critical thinking, multitasking, people management, planning, presentation skills.

Technical

Skills:

Financial analysis and planning, project management, business process modeling, regulatory compliance, vendor/supplier management, workflow management, budgeting, systems integration, software development life cycle.

Tools Knowledge: Microsoft Office Suite, Clarity, Microsoft Project,…