Senior Manager, M&A Integration & Strategy

Bose Corporation, U.S.A; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 206,000 - 249,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Employee discount

Job summary

Bose Corporation is seeking an IMO Manager to lead end‑to‑end post‑acquisition integrations and corporate investments. You will coordinate across Product, Engineering, Marketing, HR, Finance, and Legal to align operations, culture, and value realization.

The role requires 5–10 years in related fields, a BS/BA (MBA preferred), and a track record of driving complex, cross‑functional initiatives with strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level degree required; MBA or equivalent preferred.
• 5–10 years of experience in project management, post‑merger integration, management consulting, corporate development, or related field.
• Self‑driven, entrepreneurial with strong business acumen and curiosity.
• Strong project management skills and ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives.
• Confident, credible communicator; able to influence without authority.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage integration plans across functions (Product, Engineering, Marketing, HR, Finance, Legal, etc.).
• Partner with Corporate Development, BUs, and acquired entities to define goals, scope, metrics, and timelines.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to execute integration activities and address risks.
• Establish governance models and communication plans for all integration efforts.
• Create templates, tools, and playbooks to institutionalize integration practices.
• Monitor synergy realization and report progress to executives.
• Support diligence teams with integration perspectives early in the deal lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Post‑merger integration

Corporate development

Cross‑functional leadership

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

BS/BA degree

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth — and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer‑focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound. Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation.

Job Description

Who we are looking for Bose Corporation is a technology company dedicated to developing breakthrough technologies and quality products that enrich people’s lives. With 60 years of success in audio, Bose, a global leader in consumer and automotive audio solutions, strives to provide compelling experiences for our customers, all the way from their first interaction with our brand through the moment they first play a favourite song on their new audio system.

The Corporate Development & Ventures group at Bose seeks to accelerate our corporate strategy through mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and corporate venture capital (CVC) investments and will:

• Identify and acquire external technologies, capabilities or businesses that accelerate existing businesses plans or create new Bose businesses
• Develop and execute a CVC strategy that makes strategic investments in start‑up companies
• Establish a “center of excellence” for assessing, valuing, negotiating, and executing deals
• Establish an Integration Management Office (IMO) to drive the post‑acquisition integration;
• Help champion a culture within Bose that seeks and embraces outside technology and ideas

A diligent approach to integration management is essential to ensure a successful inorganic growth strategy, consequently, the IMO Manager will lead the end‑to‑end integration of acquisitions and strategic investments, ensuring operational alignment, cultural fit, and value realization. This individual will collaborate across functions to drive post‑transaction integration success and support strategic transformation initiatives within Bose. This position will report to the Head of Corporate Development & Ventures.

What you will be responsible for

• Design and manage integration plans across functions (Product, Engineering, Marketing, HR, Finance, Legal, etc.)
• Partner closely with Corporate Development, Business Units, and acquired entities to define integration goals, scope, success metrics, and timelines
• Lead cross‑functional teams to execute integration activities and resolve operational or strategic risks
• Establish and manage governance models and communication plans for all integration efforts
• Create templates, tools, and playbooks to institutionalize integration best practices within the organization
• Monitor synergy realization and report progress to executive leadership
• Identify, mitigate, and where appropriate,escalate impediments to synergy realization
• Develop deep understanding of Bose’s organisational structure, business needs, and technical capabilities to inform integration strategies
• Support diligence teams by providing integration perspectives early in the deal lifecycle

What we value

• BS/BA Degree is required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred
• 5–10 years of experience in project management, post‑merger integration, management consulting, corporate development, or a related field
• Self‑driven, entrepreneurial with excellent business acumen and intellectual curiosity
• Strong project management skills with experience leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives
• Confidence, presence, and credibility to command the respect of all stakeholders
• Solid team player with demonstrated ability to drive cohesion, communicate clearly, and influence without authority
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to manage integration complexities
• Passion for innovation, business transformation, and cross‑company collaboration
• Technical fluency and comfort working in technology‑driven organisations

At Bose, you’re inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills, experience, education, and location, and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Framingham, Massachusetts is: $205,800-$249,450. The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary.

In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing, and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences.

We are a proudly independent company—driven by purpose, guided by our values, and united by a belief in the power of sound. As the world leader in audio experiences, we’re creating what’s next—pushing boundaries and delivering transformative sound experiences for people everywhere.

Join us and make your next career move a mic‑drop. Let’s Make Waves.