Senior Program Manager, M&A Operations

Autodesk•Denver, CO

About The Position

We are seeking a Program Manager to join Autodesk's Emerging Business Operations team, reporting directly to the Manager, M&A Operations. This role is integral to our mission of helping newly acquired or incubated businesses transition into high-functioning, scalable operations. The Program Manager will own and drive cross-functional programs that support early-stage Go-To-Market integration and operational readiness for emerging businesses. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role for someone who excels at building programs from the ground up, managing multiple workstreams simultaneously, and influencing without direct authority. The ideal candidate brings strong program management discipline, GTM operations knowledge, and the ability to navigate ambiguity with structured thinking.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in program or project management, GTM operations, strategy consulting, or M&A integration in a SaaS or technology environment
Demonstrated ability to build and manage programs from scratch, including defining scope, assembling workstreams, and driving end-to-end delivery
Strong understanding of all facets of Sales or Revenue Operations in a SaaS based company
Strong understanding of Go-To-Market functions including sales planning, marketing programs, and customer success workflows
Proven ability to manage ambiguity and drive forward progress on multiple initiatives simultaneously
Excellent stakeholder communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging across audiences and levels
Experience using data to evaluate program performance, analyze trends, and support decision-making

Nice To Haves

Experience in M&A integration programs, from deal closure through post-close execution
Background in change management and the ability to incorporate change strategy into program design
Familiarity with Autodesk GTM systems and processes (Salesforce, CPQ, ERP, Q2C)
Experience with a variety of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Kanban) and tools (Asana, Airtable , MS Project, etc.)
Background in management consulting or operational transformation

Responsibilities

Build and manage comprehensive integration programs from scratch, defining scope, goals, program plans, and communication methodology for new acquisitions or incubations
Define, oversee, and coordinate a set of interdependent projects sequenced to achieve combined GTM and operational outcomes
Align program and project management workstreams across Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to achieve coordinated delivery
Manage multiple concurrent projects and programs, consistently demonstrating the ability to influence without direct authority
Track, influence, and communicate with stakeholders at all levels, sharing the 'why' behind requests and influencing with data
Communicate program details to both internal and external audiences in a variety of formats, including executive summaries
Navigate difficult stakeholder conversations and potential conflicts through effective communication
Gather regular feedback and take appropriate action to keep programs on track
Analyze trends, monitor progress, and report on measurable results against program objectives
Anticipate risks with accuracy and develop mitigation strategies; generate multiple response options with costs, benefits, and feasibility
Manage escalations effectively and in a timely manner
Define unique and complex program management approaches, standards, and processes tailored to each acquisition's integration requirements
Contribute to the M&A operational playbook, capturing lessons learned and best practices from each program
Incorporate change management principles into program design and execution