Operations Integration Specialist
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Key Responsibilities
- Integration Strategy & Planning
- Playbook Development: Build and maintain a scalable "Acquisition Onboarding Playbook" that can be adapted for deals of different sizes (e.g., acquisition-hires vs. large mergers).
- Due Diligence Support: Partner with the M&A team during the due diligence phase to assess the target company’s current tools, culture, and skill gaps to prepare a readiness plan.
- Timeline Management: Create detailed project plans for "Day 1" (Close Date) through "Day 90," ensuring all training milestones are met without disrupting business continuity.
- Training & Systems Migration
- Gap Analysis: Conduct rapid needs assessments to identify the gap between the acquired team’s current skills and GFL’s tech stack/processes.
- Curriculum Design: Collaborate with functional leads (Sales, Operations, Finance) to design role-specific training
- Delivery: Facilitate or coordinate live training sessions, webinars, and self-paced e-learning to ensure rapid adoption of our internal tools.
- Onboarding & Cultural Immersion
- Cultural Harmonization: Act as a culture ambassador, helping acquired employees understand GFL’s values while respecting and celebrating the heritage of their original company.
- Buddy Programs: Implement mentorship/buddy systems connecting acquired employees with long-tenured staff to foster organic networking.
- Change Management & Communication
- Feedback Loops: C onduct pulse surveys and listening tours 30, 60, and 90 days post-acquisition to identify friction points and adjust the integration strategy accordingly.
- Retention Focus: Identify key talent within acquired groups and ensure they receive "white glove" onboarding support to mitigate attrition risks.
- What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)
- Required Experience
- 5+ years of experience in Organization Development, L&D (Learning & Development), M&A Integration, or Project Management.
- Proven track record of managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Experience designing training materials or onboarding workflows for diverse audiences.
- Preferred Experience
- Direct experience working on Post-Merger Integration (PMI) teams.
- Experience in Waste Management, Project Management, Skills & Competencies
- High EQ & Empathy: Ability to navigate the anxiety and uncertainty that acquired employees often feel.
- Strategic Agility: Capable of switching between high-level strategy (planning the roadmap) and tactical execution (hosting a training session).
- Data-Driven: Ability to define KPIs for integration success (e.g., "Order to Cash," "System Adoption Rates").
- Travel expectations 50 to 80 percent
What We Offer
- Why join us? We believe in taking care of our team. Here is a snapshot of our total rewards you can expect:
- ● Health: 4 medical plan options including a HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.
- ● Wellness: Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services, Paid time off
- ● Financial: 401(k) with an employer match and competitive wages
- ● Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities
- Join us and become part of "Team Green" at GFL Environmental, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!
- #GFLTalent
- We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
- GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [email protected] Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.
- This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in Organization Development, L&D (Learning & Development), M&A Integration, or Project Management.
- Proven track record of managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Experience designing training materials or onboarding workflows for diverse audiences.
- Direct experience working on Post-Merger Integration (PMI) teams.
- Experience in Waste Management, Project Management, Skills & Competencies
- High EQ & Empathy: Ability to navigate the anxiety and uncertainty that acquired employees often feel.
- Strategic Agility: Capable of switching between high-level strategy (planning the roadmap) and tactical execution (hosting a training session).
- Data-Driven: Ability to define KPIs for integration success (e.g., "Order to Cash," "System Adoption Rates").
- Travel expectations 50 to 80 percent
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred Experience
About GFL Environmental
North American diversified environmental services and waste management company.
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