Director, Business Integration and Special Projects

Key Responsibilities

Business Integration & M&A:

• Lead the end-to-end integration of acquired businesses, ensuring alignment with High Tide’s operational and strategic goals.
• Conduct thorough financial, operational, and cultural due diligence to identify synergies, challenges, and opportunities within potential acquisitions.
• Develop and execute comprehensive integration plans, focusing on seamless transition, stakeholder engagement, and long-term value creation.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to provide detailed assessments of M&A initiatives, including operational impacts, cost savings, and redundancies.
• Maintain a forward-thinking approach, identifying and implementing strategies to optimize resources during integration processes.

Shared Services and Contracts Office Management:

• Direct and oversee the Shared Services and Contracts Office, ensuring efficient utilization of shared resources across the organization.
• Develop and implement strategies to centralize operations, reducing costs and enhancing service delivery.
• Negotiate, manage, and optimize contracts, ensuring alignment with company goals and compliance with legal and financial standards.
• Monitor and evaluate shared services performance, introducing improvements that add value and support scalability.

Strategic Project Leadership:

• Serve as the lead for high-priority strategic projects, from conceptualization to execution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to develop innovative solutions to complex business challenges.
• Prepare detailed project deliverables, including feasibility studies, financial models, and impact assessments.
• Drive the development of methodologies and frameworks for project execution, ensuring consistent success and measurable results.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior executives, department heads, and cross-functional teams to align on priorities and strategies.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, offering insights and recommendations based on data-driven analysis and industry best practices.
• Facilitate transparent and effective communication across all levels of the organization to ensure alignment on goals and progress.

Special Projects:

• Lead and manage unique, high-impact projects that require innovative thinking and cross-functional collaboration.
• Provide expert oversight on projects involving technology implementation, process reengineering, and market expansion.
• Adapt to emerging business needs, ensuring the organization remains agile and responsive to opportunities and challenges.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• Support ad hoc initiatives and provide leadership on projects as directed by the COO or CEO.

Qualification & Requirements

Experience:

• At least 5 – 7 years of experience in project management, corporate strategy, or a related field, with proven expertise in business integration and M&A processes.
• Demonstrated success in managing shared services and contract negotiations.
• Previous experience in retail, distribution, or corporate development roles is highly desirable.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field. MBA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent advanced qualifications preferred.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials are a strong asset.

Skills & Competencies:

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data and develop actionable insights.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to and influence C-level executives.
• Collaboration: Team player with a high degree of professionalism, tact, and adaptability.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with ERP systems, financial modeling, and integration software is a plus.
• Strategic Focus: A deep understanding of market trends and the ability to anticipate and adapt to changes in the business landscape.

Additional Requirements:

• Strong business acumen and financial literacy, with a solid understanding of operational metrics and reporting.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally as required.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Benefits

• The opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping High Tide’s growth and success.
• A dynamic and inclusive workplace that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Insurance, Health & Wellness
  • Financial & Retirement
  • Family & Parenting
  • Other Perks and Benefits…
• The chance to lead transformative projects with significant organizational impact.