Vice President, Strategic Integration & Program Leadership

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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