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M&A Program Manager | San Francisco, California
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San Francisco , California

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Remote

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Contract

San Francisco, California

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Remote

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Contract

Job ID 74189|Posted Apr 14, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join a dynamic and growing team in the rapidly evolving field of People Technology. As a key player in this role, you'll drive initiatives that significantly impact business success.

Responsibilities

  • Lead comprehensive program delivery for multi-year people technology projects from start to finish.
  • Facilitate strategic planning sessions and collaborate across various departments to align program objectives with business goals.
  • Manage program governance, including regular initiative reviews and risk assessments to support informed decision-making.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams ensuring smooth program execution across engineering, IT operations, and related fields.
  • Oversee the technology lifecycle, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and system integration.
  • Implement initiatives for operational excellence, such as infrastructure optimization and performance monitoring
  • Address program risks with proactive problem-solving and clear stakeholder communication.
  • Work with finance teams to manage budgets and resource allocation effectively.

Skills

  • Experience with Workday HCM and mergers & acquisitions (M&A).
  • 8+ years executing complex transformation programs in operations consulting, strategy, or enterprise technology.
  • 6+ years leading enterprise technology program delivery including HCM platforms.
  • Competence in executing transformations from development through operational handoff.
  • Strong executive communication skills with C-level engagement.
  • Demonstrated skills in technology vendor management and budget oversight.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience leveraging AI in past roles.
  • Relevant industry-specific experience - ride-sharing, mobility, or similar consumer-facing platforms with high transaction volumes, real-time data processing, and regulatory complexity around transportation/logistics.
 

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental to our company's success. We welcome all applicants from all backgrounds.

 

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.


Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at www.horizontaltalent.com/job-board. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $47 - $82.14 per hour based on qualifications and experience.

Horizontal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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