Job Description
We’re Celonis, the global leader in Process Intelligence technology and one of the world’s fastest-growing SaaS firms. We believe there is a massive opportunity to unlock productivity by placing AI, data and intelligence at the core of business processes - and for that, we need your help. Care to join us?
The Team:
The Corporate Development & Strategy team at Celonis is responsible for shaping the future of the world’s leader in Process Intelligence. We identify, execute, and integrate strategic acquisitions that accelerate our product roadmap and expand our market leadership. We are a high-impact, lean team that sits at the intersection of strategy, product, and operations, working directly with Celonis’ executive leadership to drive inorganic growth.
The Role:
As a Senior Manager, M&A Integration, you will lead the post-merger integration (PMI) process for our most strategic acquisitions. You aren’t just a project manager; you are a “Value Architect” for our acquisitions. You will partner with functional leads across Product, Engineering, Sales, HR, and Finance to ensure that every deal delivers on its strategic thesis. You will design the integration blueprint, manage the “First 100 Days,” and leverage the Celonis Process Intelligence platform to track synergy realization and operational health.
The Work You’ll Do:
- Integration Strategy & Planning: Lead the development of comprehensive integration strategies and detailed execution plans for acquired companies, ensuring alignment with the original deal thesis.
- Cross-Functional Orchestration: Serve as the central hub between the target company and Celonis functional leads. You will drive workstreams across GTM alignment, product integration, cultural onboarding, and systems migration.
- Synergy Realization: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial synergies. Use Celonis technology to monitor integration progress and identify process bottlenecks in real-time.
- Program Management: Own the Integration Management Office (IMO). Manage timelines, budgets, and executive reporting to the C-suite and Board of Directors.
- Cultural Integration: Act as an ambassador for Celonis values (“The Best Team Wins,” “Live for Customer Value”). Drive change management initiatives to ensure a seamless transition for new “Celonauts.”
- Process Excellence: Continuously improve the Celonis “Integration Playbook,” codifying best practices to make our M&A engine more scalable and repeatable.
The Qualifications You Need:
- Experience: 7+ years of professional experience, with at least 3-5 years specifically in M&A Integration, Corporate Development, or Strategy Consulting (Big 4 or Top-tier firm) with a focus on PMI.
- Industry Context: Deep understanding of the SaaS/Enterprise Software landscape. Experience integrating high-growth tech startups is a significant plus.
- Analytical Rigor: Strong financial acumen and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Familiarity with SQL or data visualization tools is preferred.
- Executive Presence: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence C-level stakeholders and lead through ambiguity.
- Mindset: A “We Own It” attitude. You are a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and can pivot quickly when priorities shift.
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
Visa sponsorship is not offered for this role.
The base salary range below is for the role in the specified location, based on a Full Time Schedule.
Total compensation package will include base salary + bonus/commission + equity + benefits (health, dental, life, 401k, and paid time off). Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and that the actual total compensation offer will be determined based on various factors, including, but not limited to, applicant’s qualifications, skills, experiences, and location.
The base salary range below is for the role in California, based on a Full Time Schedule.
$188,000—$216,000 USD
What Celonis Can Offer You:
- Pioneer Innovation: Work with the leading, award-winning process mining technology, shaping the future of business.
- Accelerate Your Growth: Benefit from clear career paths, internal mobility, a dedicated learning program, and mentorship opportunities.
- Receive Exceptional Benefits: Including generous PTO, hybrid working options, company equity (RSUs), comprehensive benefits, extensive parental leave, dedicated volunteer days, and much more. Interns and working students explore your benefits here.
- Prioritize Your Well-being: Access to resources such as gym subsidies, counseling, and well-being programs.
- Connect and Belong: Find community and support through dedicated inclusion and belonging programs.
- Make Meaningful Impact: Be part of a company driven by strong values that guide everything we do: Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future.
- Collaborate Globally: Join a dynamic, international team of talented individuals.
- Empowered Environment: Contribute your ideas in an open culture with autonomous teams.
About Us:
Celonis makes processes work for people, companies and the planet. The Celonis Process Intelligence Platform uses industry-leading process mining and AI technology and augments it with business context to give customers a living digital twin of their business operation. It’s system-agnostic and without bias, and provides everyone with a common language for understanding and improving businesses. Celonis enables its customers to continuously realize significant value across the top, bottom, and green line. Celonis is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and New York City, USA, with more than 20 offices worldwide.
Get familiar with the Celonis Process Intelligence Platform by watching this video.
Celonis Inclusion Statement:
At Celonis, we believe our people make us who we are and that “The Best Team Wins”. We know that the best teams are made up of people who bring different perspectives to the table. And when everyone feels included, able to speak up and knows their voice is heard - that’s when creativity and innovation happen.
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