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Director, Program Management Office – Growth Initiatives (M&A)

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Job Summary 

The Director, Program Management Office (PMO) – Growth Initiatives (M&A) is responsible for driving the planning and execution of M&A workstreams that support Marriott’s strategic growth objectives. This position is part of the Business Transformation Office (BTO), which enables and accelerates organizational transformation through strategic planning, program management, change management, experience and business process design, and deployment. The Director will partner closely with leaders in Global Technology, Global Digital, Lodging Products, Revenue Management, Marriott Continent Operations, and external consulting partners to ensure seamless integration and value realization from M&A activities. Success in this role requires strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail, comfort with ambiguity, and a proven ability to manage multiple work efforts simultaneously. 

Key responsibilities include:  

  • Partnering with Global Technology, Global Digital, Lodging Products, Revenue Management, Business Transformation Office, and Marriott Continent Operations to provide strategy, coordination, and execution support for M&A initiatives.  
  • Supporting the Senior Director, PMO – Growth Initiatives (M&A) to manage key connection points and interdependencies across these functions.  
  • Coordinating contributions into central program deliverables such as integrated project plans, risk management frameworks, and contingency plans.  
  • Coordinating and partnering with third-party vendors to ensure milestones are met, deliverables are of high quality, and program remains on budget.  
  • Designing and facilitating M&A-specific and cross-functional forums and processes to engage senior leaders and gain buy-in on critical business decisions.  
  • Leading stakeholder management and coordination to ensure M&A perspectives are incorporated into broader organizational decision-making.  
  • Tracking and managing resource and budget requests for M&A workstreams.  
  • Providing M&A inputs and support to execute against change management, communications, and training plans related to integration activities. 

 

Candidate Profile 

Required Qualifications 

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Technology, or related field.  
  • Six or more years of work experience in program management, consulting, or business analytics, demonstrating progressive career growth and a pattern of exceptional performance.  
  • Proven track record consulting to business leaders and designing, developing, and implementing high-impact solutions in large, complex organizations.  
  • Demonstrated experience working with and influencing cross-functional work teams in a matrix organization.  
  • Experience evaluating business trends and successfully implementing new business programs and strategies that enhance multi-unit business performance.  

Preferred Qualifications  

  • Expertise in M&A lifecycle management (due diligence, integration planning, post-close optimization) preferred.  
  • Lodging/hospitality industry experience across multiple brands and disciplines preferred.  
  • Experience in cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management preferred.  
  • MBA and/or prior consulting experience preferred. 

 

Core Work Activities 

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams from Global Technology, Digital, Lodging Products, Revenue Management, Continent Operations, and other departments to plan and implement M&A initiatives with minimal oversight. 
  • Plan and implement identified initiatives with minimal oversight. 
  • Partner with cross-discipline teams and leaders to meet project objectives and goals on time and on budget. 
  • Support transformational projects working across functions and disciplines to meet objectives. 
  • Guide ongoing financial and business analysis to support strategic decision making. 
  • Deliver presentations related to strategic roadmap development, project execution, and management to senior management and other key stakeholders. 
  • Build effective relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. 
  • Ensure decision-making that balances the needs of various stakeholder groups and promotes the long-term viability of the business. 
  • Lead initiatives to drive change across the organization, acting as a project leader and day-to-day project decision maker.  
  • Accountable for delivering the results of the project 
  • Provide content guidance to the project 
  • Participate in review cycles at key milestones & provide go/no-go decision 
  • Actively participate in strategy sessions 
  • Contribute to strategy development 
  • Ensure appropriate sponsorship and resourcing 
  • Establish key milestones and approval roles 
  • Ensure timely delivery against milestones 
  • Develop actionable recommendations and responses to program needs to optimize performance and drive growth and profitability. 
  • Identify emerging business opportunities and risks to determine strategic implications, provide feedback to key stakeholders, and take a leadership role in the decision-making process. 
  • Ensure deployment planning includes all tools, information, and resources necessary to set properties up for a successful launch. 
  • Maintain transparency throughout integration, facilitate regular check-ins, and establish property-level or business-unit support channels. 

 

 

 

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates.  We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. 

All positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts.  Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. Click here to learn more.

Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave and educational assistance. 

Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive a minimum of 9 holidays annually.

Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected.  Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.

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