Program Manager – Integrations
ArganoAbout the role
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Program Manager – Integrations to lead the end-to-end process of integrating newly acquired companies into our professional services organization. This role will serve as the central coordinator across business units, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment of people, processes, systems, and culture. The Program Manager will partner closely with executive leadership, functional leaders, and acquired company stakeholders to design and execute integration plans that deliver measurable value and support long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
Integration Planning & Execution
- Develop, manage, and execute comprehensive integration strategies and roadmaps for newly acquired companies.
- Identify and mitigate risks, dependencies, and change impacts across functional areas.
- Define integration success metrics and report progress to leadership.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Partner with Finance, HR, IT, Operations, Sales, and Delivery teams to align business processes and systems.
- Ensure acquired companies adopt corporate standards, tools, and methodologies while preserving critical local strengths.
- Serve as the main point of contact for acquired company leadership during the Integration process.
Change Management & Communication
- Lead change management activities to support employees through the transition.
- Create clear communication plans to keep all stakeholders informed and engaged.
- Facilitate alignment on cultural integration and organizational design decisions.
Program Governance & Reporting
- Establish governance frameworks to monitor integration activities, timelines, and budgets.
- Provide regular updates and escalation paths to executive leadership.
- Drive post-integration reviews to capture lessons learned and continuously improve processes.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in program management, M&A integration, or large-scale transformation programs within professional services or a related industry.
- Strong understanding of business operations across Finance, HR, IT, and Delivery functions.
- Proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional programs with high visibility and complexity.
- Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience in change management and cultural integration best practices.
- PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification preferred
Success in This Role Looks Like
- Newly acquired companies are fully integrated into systems, processes, and culture within defined timelines.
- Employees across both organizations feel engaged, informed, and supported during the transition.
- Integration projects achieve business objectives with minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
- Leadership has clear visibility into integration progress, risks, and outcomes.
Argano is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
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