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Olympus Corporation · 1 hour ago

Director, Business Development, Acquisition and Integration

Greater Boston

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$151K/yr - $212K/yr

10+ years exp

Olympus Corporation is a global medical technology company focused on making people’s lives healthier and safer. The Director, Acquisition and Integration, will be responsible for leading cross-functional due diligence and integration activities related to acquisitions and business arrangements, ensuring effective execution and communication throughout the process.

ElectronicsIndustrialManufacturingMedical DeviceProduct Design

Responsibilities

Co-lead to support due diligence on assigned deals in the role of global Integration Manager

Assemble the team and co-lead cross-functional due diligence activities with the Deal Leader, Interpret/critique valuations conducted by internal or external finance resources in the context of their feasibility based on diligence findings, Olympus capabilities and deal strategy

Review and provide input to legal agreements

Prepare and present a recommendation to executive leadership based on the findings

Develop and propagate a strong understanding of the business needs associated with integration efforts

Similarly, ensure that the business and organization as a whole understand the implications of due diligence findings and integration plans/decisions

Lead integration strategy and planning for M&A projects; the merging of Olympus businesses, systems, or functions; or other business arrangements requiring integration or integration like activities

Lead the development of cross functional integration strategies in accordance with the integration strategy, Olympus processes, and procedures; develop and kick off execution of the cross-functional integration plan; assemble the integration team in conjunction with the BD global partners

Set and model a methodical, solution-oriented tone for individuals and teams throughout the deal phases; lead through uncertainty and maintain adherence to process through ever changing circumstances

Leads through ambiguity and removes barriers that negatively impact achievement of integration-related goals

Driving continuous improvement of group and processes based on best practices and lessons learned

Implement appropriate advanced project management tools and techniques necessary for due diligence and efforts (including the development and execution of project plans/schedules; budget development and expense management; resource planning; and regular reporting to executive management on progress/status)

Effectively prepare the integration leadership team to drive long term execution of the integration plan

This includes preparing a formal transition plan, ongoing integration plan, and periodic follow-ups to ensure integration plans are being followed and integration goals being achieved

Effectively influence from the team level through executive management with written and verbal communication

Provide coaching and guidance on the BD process, roles and responsibilities, and best practices to due diligence and integration team membersPerform other duties as assigned

Qualification

MergersAcquisitionsMedical Device IndustryCross-functional LeadershipProject ManagementFinancial Statement AnalysisRegulatory Standards KnowledgeBusiness AcumenCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's Degree required, MBA or other advanced degree preferred

Minimum of 10 years of experience, preferably in Medical Devices, but consideration will also be given to experience in other highly regulated industries in product development, mergers and acquisitions/integration, strategic marketing, or business development efforts

Minimum of 7 years of experience in a cross-functional project leadership role in the medical device industry, preferably leading due diligence and post-merger integration efforts

Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills

High business acumen; ability to learn quickly and adapt to new circumstances; comfort and ability to effectively order the unknown; intellectual agility

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to quickly distill complex information into actions/recommendations

Excellent ability to read and influence senior decision makers bridging organizational complexities

Strong understanding of advanced project management tools and techniques

Ability to read financial statements

Excellent understanding of the typical functional roles and responsibilities in medical device organizations

Practical understanding of global regulatory/quality standards and requirements

Position requires between 10 and 20% domestic and international travel