Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred., 10+ years of experience in project/program management, business transformation, or corporate development., Proven track record in managing complex carve-outs and TSA negotiation., Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with high emotional intelligence..

Key responsibilities:

Design and lead integration and separation strategies for newly acquired product lines.

Negotiate TSAs and establish exit plans to ensure operational readiness post-acquisition.

Drive large-scale transformation initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.

Oversee the transition to independent operations, ensuring stability and delivering cost synergy targets.

Job description

Private Equity-Backed Medical Device Group

Location: Flexible

Travel: Up to 25%

About The Opportunity

A private equity-backed medical device organization is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as Vice President of Strategic Integration & Program Leadership. This newly created executive position will play a pivotal role in driving the separation and integration of newly acquired product lines carved out through M&A. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in carve-outs, complex program management, and cross-functional leadership in high-growth or transformational environments.

Key Responsibilities

Separation & Integration Leadership

Design and lead comprehensive integration and separation strategies, including Day 1 readiness, TSA (Transition Services Agreement) exits, and full transition to standalone operations
Negotiate and govern TSAs, establish clear exit plans, and build internal capabilities to sustain operations post-TSA
Proactively identify risks, prioritize functional investments, and ensure business continuity across all phases of the carve-out
Serve as the point of coordination across all functions to ensure operational readiness and a smooth close

Transformation Program Management

Drive large-scale transformation initiatives in partnership with global, cross-functional stakeholders
Lead program governance, including steering committee facilitation and executive-level reporting
Align key workstreams across commercial, finance, supply chain, IT, HR, and other business functions to ensure progress toward transformation milestones

Stakeholder & Change Management

Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive team, delivering insights and structured problem-solving
Influence and align internal and external stakeholders with clarity and confidence
Create compelling communication strategies and content to support change enablement and strategic storytelling

Operational Optimization

Oversee the transition to fully independent operations, ensuring stability, scalability, and sustainability post-close
Deliver cost synergy targets and support alignment with financial business cases and investment theses
Lead hiring efforts, capability development, and documentation of best practices to support repeatable integration success

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in project/program management, business transformation, or corporate development
Proven track record managing complex carve-outs, including TSA negotiation and execution
Expertise in separating and rebuilding core business functions, particularly in IT, supply chain, and shared services
Experience in PE-backed, high-growth, or transformation-intensive environments
Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and strategic execution capabilities
High emotional intelligence (EQ) with the ability to lead through ambiguity and influence without formal authority

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