IT Program Director – Mergers, Acquisitions, Divestitures

Medtronic

. Lead planning and execution activities across multiple concurrent tuck-in acquisitions, strategic partnerships, carveouts, and divestitures .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $183,200 - $274,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex M&A transactions, strategic partnerships, and business transformations while effectively managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder relationships. Proven ability to drive value creation through integration planning, risk management, and continuous improvement in execution practices.

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M&A Transaction ExecutionCross-Functional Team ManagementRisk ManagementBusiness TransformationIntegration Planning

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Hard Skills

Strategic Program ExecutionBusiness Process EvaluationOperating Model TransformationValue Creation GoalsStakeholder ManagementPost-Merger IntegrationSeparation PlanningChange ManagementDependency ManagementExecution Challenges Resolution

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCommunicationProblem SolvingAccountabilityCredibility Establishment

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsData Management PlatformsCybersecurity ToolsQuality Management SystemsCommercial Operations Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)MBA

Industry Keywords

Medical TechnologyHealthcareRegulated IndustryManagement ConsultingPrivate Equity Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning and execution activities across multiple concurrent tuck-in acquisitions, strategic partnerships, carveouts, and divestitures
Partner with business, corporate function, and technology stakeholders to develop and execute integration or separation plans aligned to transaction objectives and value creation goals
Drive sign-to-close planning, Day 1 readiness, post-close stabilization, and value realization activities
Balance speed, cost, risk, and business priorities
Coordinate cross-functional teams, manage dependencies, and resolve execution issues across technology, business processes, and operating models
Identify, communicate, and escalate risks, decisions, and dependencies
Drive accountability to committed plans and milestones
Build trusted relationships with Corporate Development, integration leads, corporate functions, business leaders, and technology teams
Contribute to continuous improvement of Medtronic’s IT M&A execution system, including playbooks, governance, tools, lessons learned, and execution practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
10+ years of experience with a bachelor’s degree or 8+ years of experience with an advanced degree
7+ years of managerial experience
7+ years of experience executing strategic programs, business transformations, integrations and/or M&A transactions
Experience managing complex cross-functional initiatives involving multiple corporate functions, technology teams, and external stakeholders within a large enterprise environment
Experience rapidly establishing credibility with business and technology stakeholders to deliver committed outcomes, resolve issues, and manage dependencies
Experience identifying, managing, and escalating risks, decisions, and execution challenges in complex programs or transaction environments
Experience evaluating and transforming business processes, operating models, and technology capabilities to support business objectives and value creation goals
Unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment; sponsorship is limited to Principal-level roles and above
For baccalaureate degrees earned outside the United States, a degree satisfying 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required
Preferred: experience in M&A, post-merger integration, separation, business transformation, management consulting, or private equity portfolio operations
Preferred: experience with ERP, commercial, manufacturing, quality, operations, data, cybersecurity, or related enterprise platforms
Preferred: experience in a large, global, matrixed organization
Preferred: experience in medical technology, healthcare, or another regulated industry
Preferred: experience directing strategic advisory partners or third-party vendors
Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMP), MBA, or similar professional certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and flexible benefits package
Short-term incentive (Medtronic Incentive Plan)
Annual long-term incentive plan
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps global well-being program
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement
Capital Accumulation Plan for Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums
Paid sick time for temporary employees as required by applicable state law
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities