Program Manager

Overview As Program Manager on VML’s Commerce team, you will steward large-scale, integrated marketing programs for a top beverage client, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery. You’ll coordinate cross-functional teams across TV, print, radio, social, and display, balancing scope, timing, and cost to maximize ROI. You’ll mentor teams, partner with Account Management, and drive process improvements to scale programs. This role offers visibility with a global client and a collaborative culture that values ownership and results. Compensation / Benefitscompetitive benefits packagehybrid work model ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end delivery of large-scale, integrated projects on time and within budgetOversee scope, schedule, assumptions, and pricing; craft Client Proposals and Statements of WorkMentor and direct cross-functional teams; partner with Account Management to manage scope and client relationshipsDefine and optimize project communication and processes; monitor performance and progressOwn project estimation, financial planning, and profitability; develop detailed plans to maximize ROI Key requirements5-7+ years of experience managing complex integrated marketing projects in an agency or consulting environmentExperience working on commerce-focused clientsAbility to lead and mentor project teamsStrong problem-solving and strategic thinkingProven ability to lead meetings with diverse audiencesThrives in a fast-paced environment with high standards for qualityDeep passion for marketing/advertising and willingness to learn the businessExceptional scoping and project management skills; ability to multi-task with minimal supervisionSuperior communication and interpersonal skillsStrategic leadershipCollaborative mindsetExceptional communicationProject estimationFinancial planning and budgetingROI analysis