Integrations Manager (Contract)
PODEAN · United States
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $120,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Manage end-to-end post-merger integrations.
- Develop detailed integration plans and timelines.
- Lead integration management office meetings and reporting.
- Partner with leaders across all departments.
- Build a repeatable integration playbook.
About the role
About Podean
Podean is the leading global marketplace marketing agency. We work with progressive brands across the globe to unlock potential on Amazon and other marketplaces. Our services span eCommerce strategy, content creation and optimization, media management, retail operations, data and analytics, consulting, and social commerce. Recent award wins include Digiday's Best Employer for Remote Employees and Amazon's Global Expansion Partner Award.Job Overview
Podean is seeking an Integration Manager to project manage post-merger integrations across an active acquisition pipeline. This is a 3–6 month contract role. With team members across 20 countries and several integrations underway, this role sits at the heart of how we bring new businesses, teams, and clients into Podean. Reporting to the COO, you'll own the project management of integrations end-to-end — from Day 1 planning through to fully integrated operations. You'll partner with leaders across Finance, People, Tech, Client Services, Media, and Commercial to keep workstreams on track, surface risks early, and make sure each integration delivers what the deal set out to do. This role is US-based and remote-first.What You'll Do
- Project manage post-merger integrations from Day 1 planning through to full operational integration
- Build integration plans for each acquisition, including timelines, milestones, owners, and dependencies across functions
- Run the integration management office — chair workstream meetings, track progress, and report status to the executive team
- Partner with workstream leads across Finance, People, Tech, Operations, Client Services, Media, and Commercial to align on priorities and unblock cross-functional issues
- Lead the operational and systems integration workstream — folding acquired tools, processes, and data into Podean's stack
- Partner with Client Services and Commercial leaders to integrate acquired client books, contracts, and revenue operations
- Partner with the People team on culture and change management — onboarding new teams, aligning on ways of working, and keeping the employee experience consistent through transitions
- Track integration KPIs against the deal thesis and report on synergy capture, client and talent retention, and milestone delivery
- Identify risks early, escalate to the COO and exec team, and drive resolution before they become blockers
- Build a repeatable integration playbook so each new acquisition gets faster and smoother
- Run lessons-learned reviews after each integration and feed improvements back into the playbook
- Coordinate Day 1 readiness across deal close logistics, internal communications, and external announcements
- Stand up the integration governance and cadence — steering committee, working teams, decision logs — and adapt it deal by deal
What We're Looking For
- 5–7 years of project or program management experience, with at least 3 years running M&A integration workstreams
- Hands-on experience managing post-merger integrations end-to-end, including Day 1 planning and operational integration
- Track record managing cross-functional projects across Finance, People, Tech, Operations, and Commercial workstreams
- Strong project management toolkit — integration planning, milestone tracking, and clear executive reporting
- Comfortable presenting to and partnering with executive leadership, including translating deal thesis into operational integration plans
- Excellent stakeholder management skills — able to influence without authority across functions, geographies, and seniority levels
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and bringing structure to fast-moving situations
- Strong analytical mindset — comfortable working with financial, operational, and people data to track integration progress
- Clear, concise communicator — equally comfortable in a working session, a written status update, and an exec readout
- Experience working in or alongside a fast-growing, globally distributed organization
- High degree of cultural sensitivity — integrations involve people, not just systems.
- Bonus: experience in marketing, advertising, or agency environments
Why Join Podean?
Podean is proud to be recognized as one of Digiday's Best Employers for Remote Employees. We combine the energy of a fast-growing global agency with the balance and trust of a remote-first culture. You'll Join a Globally Connected, Award-winning Team That Values- Competitive compensation aligned to experience and market benchmarks
- Remote-first flexibility - work from anywhere, with trust and autonomy
- Global collaboration - working with experts across regions and time zones
- Career growth and development - opportunities to evolve as we scale
- 5-Year Sabbatical + Travel Stipend - After your 5-year anniversary, take a fully paid month-long sabbatical, plus a travel reimbursement to make your experience restorative and inspiring
- Positive-energy culture - grounded in respect, inclusion, and accountability
Key skills/competency
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Integration
- Project Management
- Program Management
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Stakeholder Management
- Operational Integration
- Financial Integration
- Change Management
- Risk Management
- Communication
Skills & topics
- Integrations Manager
- M&A
- Mergers
- Acquisitions
- Project Management
- Program Management
- Remote
- Contract
- US-based
- Operations
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your M&A integration, project management, and cross-functional leadership experience. Quantify achievements.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your understanding of Podean's global marketplace marketing and your passion for integration success.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience managing complex integrations, stakeholder management, and navigating ambiguity.
- Showcase cultural fit: Emphasize your collaboration, communication, and cultural sensitivity skills for this remote-first role.
Technical preparation
Review M&A integration methodologies and best practices.,Familiarize yourself with project management software.,Understand financial and operational data analysis.,Prepare case studies of past integration successes.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex integration you managed.,How do you handle cross-functional disagreements?,How do you manage ambiguity and fast-paced changes?,How do you ensure cultural sensitivity during integration?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the duration of the Integrations Manager contract role at Podean?
- The Integrations Manager role at Podean is a contract position expected to last between 3 to 6 months.
- Is this a remote position, and where is it based?
- Yes, this is a remote-first role based in the US, offering flexibility to work from anywhere within the US.
- What is the primary responsibility of the Integrations Manager at Podean?
- The primary responsibility is to project manage post-merger integrations from initial planning through to full operational integration, reporting to the COO.
- What kind of experience is required for the Integrations Manager role?
- The role requires 5-7 years of project/program management experience, with at least 3 years specifically in M&A integration workstreams.
- What are the key areas the Integrations Manager will collaborate with?
- The Integrations Manager will partner with leaders across Finance, People, Tech, Client Services, Media, and Commercial departments.
- Does Podean offer any unique benefits for its employees?
- Yes, Podean offers a 5-year sabbatical with a travel stipend, competitive compensation, remote-first flexibility, global collaboration, and career development opportunities.
- What is the significance of the 'integration playbook' mentioned in the job description?
- The integration playbook is a system that the Integrations Manager will build to make future acquisitions smoother and faster, based on lessons learned.
- What is Podean's role in the industry?
- Podean is the leading global marketplace marketing agency, helping brands succeed on marketplaces like Amazon.
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