Program Manager

The Program Manager will support and report directly to the Director of Program Management, assisting in the execution and delivery of strategic programs according to the program and business goals. This role will focus on the day-to-day partnership with program leadership, operationalizing the program effectively, identifying/implementing process improvements, while ensuring strong coordination with cross-functional teams such as product, engineering, marketing, analytics, and finance. The Program Manager will ensure quality deliverables and assist in mitigating risks and resolving issues to maintain stakeholder satisfaction.

• Program Management and Execution: Program manage a successful execution and delivery on assigned strategic programs goals, while aligning to our business strategic focus areas. Act as the day to day contact for the assigned programs, ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget according to scope, and manage to the contractual SLAs/KPIs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison between internal teams (product, engineering, operations, analytics, marketing, sales, customer success, and finance). Ensure alignment, effective communication, and collaboration across departments to meet program goals and ensure smooth execution.
• Timely Delivery: Oversee and ensure that all program milestones and deadlines are met. Proactively identify potential delays or risks to the schedule and take corrective actions to maintain on-time delivery.
• Billing Management: Ensure billing, invoicing, and payment schedules are delivered on time and accurately , while monitoring budget alignment, and addressing discrepancies.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain a strong focus on quality throughout the development lifecycle. Ensure that products and features meet customer requirements, quality standards, and business objectives with minimal bugs or post-release issues.
• Stakeholder Management: Ensure effective communication and satisfaction among internal and external stakeholders. Provide regular updates, address concerns, and ensure alignment with business objectives, customer needs, and industry standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for process improvement, implement best practices, and drive operational efficiencies. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the program management team.
• Customer-Centric Focus: Champion the delivery of features and products that align with customer needs and expectations. Collaborate with product, engineering, and analytic teams to ensure that customer requirements are prioritized and successfully incorporated into project plans.

Other

• Maintains confidentiality of work-related issues, records, and company information.
• Demonstrates a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and inclusion by treating everyone with respect and dignity, ensuring all voices are heard, and advocating change.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in automotive, account management, managing digital marketing programs, or a combination of education and work experience necessary to perform essential functions.

• Preferred: Database or interactive marketing management experience; and/or experience working in the automotive industry at Tier 1, 2, 0r 3; in online media or general advertising account management; and/or working in the marketing capacity within a SaaS organization.