Program Manager, Strategic Planning Analytics

Overview

**Ignite Global Impact: Program Management – Strategic Planning Analytics – at a Leading Technology Innovator**

Aquent is partnering with a globally recognized technology leader, a company at the forefront of digital connection and innovation, to find a visionary professional. This organization is dedicated to building communities and empowering businesses worldwide through cutting-edge platforms and strategic programs. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will directly shape the future of global initiatives, driving significant impact on strategic programs designed to foster growth and engagement across diverse markets. This is an unparalleled opportunity to leverage your program management prowess, influencing key decisions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring transformative projects to life on a global scale.

**About the Opportunity**

As a pivotal member of a global programs team, you will be instrumental in planning, executing, and monitoring high-impact initiatives. You’ll be the driving force behind complex projects, ensuring seamless collaboration across diverse internal teams and external partners. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing strategic programs, optimizing operational efficiency, and delivering measurable results that resonate across the organization’s vast ecosystem. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess exceptional leadership, and are passionate about leveraging data to inform strategy, this role offers a platform for profound influence and professional growth.

**What You’ll Do**

* **Strategic Partnership & Execution:** Forge strong alliances with cross-functional leaders across various departments including Activation, Marketing, Sales, Partnerships, Legal, Operations, Data Science, Engineering, and Communications to ensure cohesive development and execution of strategic programs.
* **Cross-Functional Leadership:** Directly lead and oversee complex cross-functional initiatives, meticulously tracking stakeholder readiness, reporting key milestones, managing risks, developing contingency plans, and escalating issues as needed.
* **Problem Solving & Adjudication:** Proactively identify and address potential roadblocks, skillfully balancing business objectives with technical and operational constraints, and mediating discussions among internal stakeholders to resolve critical issues.
* **Organizational Development:** Champion best practices, facilitate knowledge sharing, and foster continuous learning across the organization to enhance overall maturity and efficiency.
* **Information Management:** Establish and manage robust information cadences and processes, including providing status updates to leadership, handling escalations and mitigations, and maintaining comprehensive documentation.
* **Stakeholder Engagement:** Collaborate with internal stakeholders to educate and inspire engagement around available partner programs, opportunities, and resources.
* **Impact Measurement:** Partner closely with Data Science and Analytics teams to rigorously evaluate program efficacy, measure return on investment, and develop data-driven insights.
* **Complex Project Management:** Expertly manage intricate projects encompassing multiple deliverables, diverse timelines, and a wide array of stakeholders.

**What You’ll Bring**

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
* Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects or tasks from inception to completion.
* Strong critical-thinking and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
* Solid understanding of the digital advertising industry landscape.
* Extensive cross-functional management experience, demonstrating the ability to lead and influence without direct authority.
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, coupled with strong problem-solving and interpersonal abilities.
* Proficiency in project management tools and G-Suite applications (Spreadsheets, Docs, etc.).
* Demonstrated ability to prioritize work streams effectively and communicate these priorities clearly to leadership and stakeholders.
* Strong operational background, with a history of uniting teams and functions to enhance efficiency.
* Comfort working within a global team structure and an understanding of regional nuances.
* Experience with “east-west” coordination and relationship management across various organizational levels.
* Adaptability and resilience to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications:**

* Specific experience with data analytics, data manipulation, and insights gathering, utilizing tools like G-Suite.
* Strong presentation skills, including experience with live presentations and written communications.
* Previous experience with global activations.
* Experience managing budgets for both individual initiatives and on a larger scale.
* Familiarity with data analytics tools.