CDW · 3 months ago
Senior Manager, M&A Integration - Hybrid - Chicago, IL
Chicago / Adams - IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$154K/yr - $214K/yr
5+ years expCDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers. The Senior Manager, M&A HR Integration is responsible for providing end-to-end HR support throughout due diligence and integration, managing HR processes, people data, and HR technology as acquired companies transition into the CDW ecosystem.
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Responsibilities
Act as a trusted advisor to senior business and Backbone executives, elevating the HR perspective, strengthening cross-functional alignment
Lead and project manage all HR components of M&A integration, ensuring cohesive coordination across HR sub-functions
Manage HR due diligence, including assessment of people data, HR policies, compensation programs, benefits offerings, HR risks, organizational structures, culture, and compliance considerations
Build relationships with senior executives
Develop HR integration plans, timelines, and workstream deliverables; ensure all HR activities align to overall integration strategy and milestones
Oversee the collection, validation, and migration of people data in partnership with Solutions, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the data conversion process
Work with HR Business Partners to oversee organizational design efforts, ensuring structures, roles, and reporting lines align with CDW’s strategic objectives and integration requirements
Partner with Total Rewards to align compensation and benefits programs and support modeling related to offers, retention plans, and harmonization strategies
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on recruiting transitions, workforce planning, and onboarding for acquired coworkers
Lead HR change management efforts, including communications, training, manager support, and employee experience planning during integration
Identify and mitigate HR risks through proactive assessment and cross-functional collaboration
Monitor HR integration performance metrics, track synergies related to talent and organizational changes, and provide leadership updates
Contribute to the development and maintenance of the HR M&A playbook, ensuring processes remain scalable and adaptable as CDW’s M&A strategy evolves
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in HR or related financial field with at least 5 years of HR experience including 1+ years of management experience
Prior experience in mergers & acquisitions at enterprise level organizations from an in-house or consulting capacity
Experience with due diligence and integrations recommendations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership
Demonstrated ability to build rapport and maintain productive working relationships cross-functionally
Demonstrated strong knowledge of accounting and HR principles and practices with ability to apply them in a business analysis situation
Demonstrated analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Track record of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business, while meeting deadlines
Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
Proficient in Microsoft office applications with strong experience in Excel
Demonstrated strong organizational skills with critical attention to detail
Strong leadership skills with the ability and proven track record to coach, develop and mentor teams of internal and/or external people
Preferred
Financial modeling experience, including building pro-forma financials, valuation models, and operating models is preferred
MBA is a plus
Company
CDW
At CDW, we know how to make technology work so people can do great things.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$58.74M2015-08-01Post Ipo Equity· $58.74M
2013-06-27IPO
2008-07-31Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Christine Leahy
President & CEO
Sanjay Sood
Chief Technology Officer
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