IT M&A Integration Lead

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What We Do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

Scope Of Position:

The IT M&A Integration Lead is the global point of accountability for all IT aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures at Watts. This role orchestrates ERP cutovers, infrastructure transitions, and application integrations to ensure seamless business continuity and value realization from transactions. Partnering with Corporate Development, business leaders, and IT teams worldwide, the Integration Lead designs and drives repeatable IT playbooks that minimize disruption and accelerate time-to-value.

This position reports to the Chief Information Officer. This role is hybrid and is based in Andover, MA.

Primary Job Duties And Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary IT lead for all global M&A initiatives, from due diligence through post-close integration or carve-out.
• Define and manage IT integration strategies and roadmaps aligned to deal timelines and enterprise priorities.
• Act as the single point of contact between IT, Corporate Development, and executive stakeholders.
• Lead ERP transition activities, including data migration, GAP analysis, and cutover planning.
• Oversee infrastructure integration (networking, cloud, end-user services, and security) to ensure connectivity and stability.
• Partner with ERP and Infrastructure leaders to deliver standard, scalable integration solutions.
• Coordinate global IT resources, consultants, and vendors to execute integration activities.
• Provide executive-level updates on status, risks, and decisions to steering committees and senior leadership.
• Align IT integration with Finance, HR, Legal, and business functions across regions.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to IT integration, cybersecurity, and business continuity.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (SOX, GDPR, data privacy) in all M&A activities.
• Maintain IT M&A playbooks, templates, and processes for consistent execution.
• Ensure integrations are delivered consistently across regions and business units.
• Capture lessons learned to refine Watts’ global IT M&A integration framework.
• Recommend improvements that strengthen enterprise readiness for future transactions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, or related field.
• Proven experience leading IT M&A integrations and/or divestitures.
• Hands-on expertise with ERP cutovers (SAP, Sage, Dynamics, Epicor, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure integration (networks, hosting, cloud, workplace, security).
• Demonstrated success in global projects, working across geographies, cultures, and regulatory environments.
• Excellent executive communication skills; able to engage C-suite and senior leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or Agile/Scrum certification.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Familiarity with IT due diligence, carve-out, and post-merger optimization.
• Understanding of IT governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Adherence to Watts’ seven
• cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions:

While performing the job duties, you will be working in an office environment. You will be required to work in the office at the Andover, MA location three days per week (Monday – Wednesday) and can work remotely two days per week (Thursday and Friday).

Physical Requirements: Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to remain seated/standing at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.
• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with management, coworkers, and third parties.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
• Ability to physically move around the office and occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, or change the working hours/conditions for this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

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Watts In It For You:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How We Work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.