IT Program Manager - Mergers & Acquisitions
About The Position
At Roche, we foster a culture where individuals can express themselves authentically, engage in open dialogue, and build genuine connections. We value, accept, and respect everyone for who they are, enabling personal and professional growth. Our mission is to prevent, stop, and cure diseases, ensuring universal access to healthcare for present and future generations. Join Roche, where every voice matters. The IT Program Manager – Mergers & Acquisitions role offers the opportunity to lead complex, large-scale IT integrations and organizational change. You will navigate organizational complexity to define solution visions, create and execute integration roadmaps, and bridge cultural gaps during critical acquisitions. As a senior delivery leader, you will drive strategic alignment, influence senior stakeholders, and ensure seamless transitions to maximize business value.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 12+ years of senior-level program/project management, with a proven track record leading IT M&A integrations, global rollouts, and large-scale delivery programs.
- Deep expertise in SDLC lifecycle, Agile frameworks, advanced analytics for complex problem-solving, and aligning IT delivery with broader market trends and business strategies.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and facilitation skills, backed by a strong capability to coach and mentor less experienced professionals.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional, globally distributed teams within a highly matrixed organization.
Nice To Haves
- MBA, PMP, PgMP certifications are highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Define, manage, and execute the scope and delivery roadmaps for highly complex, cross-domain M&A IT initiatives.
- Build and navigate complex stakeholder networks, influencing senior management and resolving conflicts to drive consensus across boundaries.
- Champion Agile best practices and innovative delivery frameworks to streamline processes, mitigate risks, and elevate team efficiency.
- Successfully bridge cultural gaps between Roche and acquired companies, fostering collaboration and mentoring teams through complex transitions.
- Build and manage complex IT budgets, negotiate vendor contracts, and oversee third-party integration teams.
Benefits
- A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
- Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
