Senior Program Manager, M&A Operations

• 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 
   

Minimum Qualifications 

• 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 

Preferred Qualifications 

• 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