About Portside, Inc.
Portside is a leading provider of modern software solutions for the global aviation industry. As a fast-growing SaaS company, we operate across three key verticals: business aviation, regional commercial aviation, and aircraft leasing & finance. With nearly 300 team members spread across five continents, we support over 1,000 enterprise customers, helping them streamline and manage all aspects of their day-to-day operations.
Job Summary
The M&A Integrations Manager is responsible for overseeing the integration process following mergers and acquisitions. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, developing integration plans, and ensuring that the merger or acquisition achieves its strategic objectives. The successful candidate will have a strong background in project management, change management, and a deep understanding of business operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Integration Planning:
- Develop and implement detailed integration plans to ensure alignment with overall strategic goals.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to set integration priorities and objectives.
- Project Management:
- Lead and manage integration projects from inception through to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
- Create and maintain project plans, track progress, and address any issues that arise.
- Monitor and report on integration progress, adjusting plans as necessary to stay on track.
- Prepare and deliver regular reports on integration progress, issues, and outcomes to senior management.
- Ensure clear and consistent communication throughout the integration process.
- Cross-Functional Coordination:
- Coordinate with various departments (e.g., HR, IT, Finance, Operations) to facilitate smooth integration processes.
- Act as a liaison between the acquiring and acquired companies to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Financial/Accounting Management:
- Work with finance teams to integrate financial systems and reporting.
- Oversee Customer and Vendor change management by crafting external communications and enforcing new policies & procedures
- Post-Integration Review:
- Conduct post-integration evaluations to assess the success of the integration and identify areas for improvement.
- Capture and document lessons learned for future integrations.
- Other Continuous Improvement Projects as Assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Project Management, or a related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in project management, M&A integration, or a related field.
- Proven track record of managing complex integration projects successfully.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of change management principles and practices.
- Ability to analyze and solve complex problems.
- PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar certification is a plus.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with company match
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Portside is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.