Associate Director, M&A Integration

If you possess exceptional business acumen and the ability to see the forest AND the trees, you can make the most of your unique insight and expertise as part of Ford’s Global Strategy team. We provide the thought leadership that helps advance Ford’s strategic objectives. We translate information into action as we apply in-depth knowledge to enable timely decisions and responsible allocation of enterprise resources.

In this position…

As the Associate Director of M&A Integration, you will lead the strategic integration of merged and acquired entities, Joint Ventures and other strategic partnership driving the overall success of these initiatives. You will be responsible for overseeing the entire integration process, from due diligence to post-merger integration, ensuring that synergies are realized, and value is maximized. This leadership role demands a high level of strategic vision, operational expertise, and the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.

***The role is hybrid and located in Dearborn, Michigan. While a hybrid arrangement is preferred, we are open to candidates who would relocate or who may be considered for a fully remote position

What you'll do...

• Develop and oversee comprehensive integration strategies and plans for all mergers, acquisitions, JVs or other strategic partnerships


• Support the due diligence process led by Corporate Development to identify integration opportunities, challenges, and risks.


• Define integration objectives, success metrics, and timelines in collaboration with business unit leadership.


• Direct and manage cross-functional integration teams, ensuring effective execution of integration activities.


• Serve as the primary point of contact for all integration-related matters, providing guidance and support to stakeholders.


• Monitor integration progress, proactively addressing any issues or deviations from the plan.


• Facilitate communication and change management initiatives to support a smooth transition.


• Ensure that all integration activities comply with regulatory requirements and company policies.


• Drive synergy identification and realization, focusing on cost-saving and value-enhancing opportunities.


• Report on integration status, progress, and outcomes to the executive team and board of directors.


• Lead post-integration evaluation to ensure that strategic goals are achieved and sustained.


• Mentor and develop a team of integration managers and specialists.

You'll have... 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.


• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions integration management, partnerships, or a related field.


• Combination of prior corporate and management consulting experience is a plus


• Experience in standing up and operationalizing JVs and strategic partnerships is a plus


• Extensive experience leading large-scale, complex integration projects.


• Deep understanding of financial statements, valuation principles, and strategic planning.


• Exceptional project management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple high-priority projects.


• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience building and leading high-performing teams.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.


• Strong problem-solving abilities and a strategic mindset.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant integration tools and software.
  
  
   

Even better, you may have...

• MBA or other advanced degree preferred.


• Certification in Project Management (PMP) or related credentials.


• Experience in a senior integration role within a large, global organization.


• Knowledge of ERP systems and advanced integration software.


• Familiarity with international M&A activities and cross-border integrations.


• Expertise in cultural integration and change management post-merger.


• Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and financial modeling.


• Background in strategic consulting or advisory roles in M&A.


• Fluency in multiple languages.

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more

• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases

• Tuition assistance

• Established and active employee resource groups

• Paid time off for individual and team community service

• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day

• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.