Job Title: Marketing Program Manager
Client Location: The remote must be in the US
Starting: ASAP
Salary/Pay Rate: $ 50-55/hr on a W2
Hours: Full-time
Duration: 6 months with the ability to extend
Job Description:
This is a contract role for a Senior Marketing Program Manager to join our client's Go-to-market Operations team. In this role, you will be orchestrating international GTM programming across numerous stakeholders within and outside of the Opportunity marketing organization, as well as external partners. You will work cross-functionally to proactively identify, monitor, communicate, and resolve potential roadblocks, and establish durable programming mechanisms.
You have experience in and understand well the complexities of integrated marketing campaigns, retail, merchandising, and vendor funding program management. You enjoy mobilizing cross-functional teams, you are an excellent communicator, an enthusiastic and proactive problem solver who is engaged at all levels of the project, possessing a heightened sense of ownership, responsibility, and accountability with a proven track record to lead projects from planning through completion. This role is critical for Opportunity to maintain and improve speed to market.
Responsibilities: • Plan upstream with Marketing & Retail teams – develop a promo calendar, establish alignment with US campaigns • Define process flow to efficiently leverage US campaign artifacts, including creative while managing region-specific needs • Drive programming routines with cross-functional partners (core team, creative, retail) • Manage multiple timelines & milestones via a workback plan • Proactively anticipate/resolve risks, and seek out connection points with US programming execution (i.e., consolidate creative briefs) • Keep key stakeholders & leadership informed on program progress in an effective manner, keep disparate stakeholders collectively aligned • Utilize Smartsheet to successfully navigate through program stage gates and deliverables as well as capture key project data to support business initiatives, decisions, goals, and growth • Make data-driven decisions to optimize processes and mechanisms with a goal of simplifying and expanding efficiency • Proactively identify and resolve time-sensitive challenges with a positive, collaborative, solutions-focused approach
Requirements: • Minimum 5-7 years of experience in a fast-paced setting or similar Marketing environment directly managing multiple, cross-functional programs • Proficient in utilizing project management software tools (Smartsheet, PowerPoint, Office Timeline, Confluence, CrossCap, Workfront, etc.) to manage and optimize process workflows, including maintenance of key project details and data points • Experience in marketing localization • Proven ability to use analytical, innovative, and quick-on-your-feet thinking to adapt work back plans while still delivering on time and on budget • Demonstrated track record of gaining trust and respect by consistently illustrating sound critical thinking skills and maintaining composure in ambiguous situations • Excellent attention to detail, effective negotiation and problem-solving skills • Team player, passionate about motivating and/or mentoring team members, fostering a positive team environment and culture • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field • PMP-certified preferred
Experienced in creating and rolling out new marketing programs.
The target hiring compensation range for this role is the equivalent of $ 50.00 -55.00 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.
Additional benefits offered may include; medical health insurance and dental insurance, life insurance, and eligibility to participate in 401k plan with company match.
