Program Manager (retail/marketing)

Retail and Marketing Program Manager

Location: Remote

Type: W-2 Contract

Duration: 11 months++

About the Role

• Lead execution of retail expansion initiatives including new store openings, remodels, and relocations
• Drive operational excellence by improving processes and scaling systems
• Manage vendor relationships, budgets, and cross-functional coordination across a large region

What You'll Do

Program Leadership & Execution

• Partner with the AMR Expansion Marketing Manager to drive retail expansion projects and fleet marketing programs
• Develop marketing briefs and finalize plans for each expansion project, securing leadership approval
• Coordinate with Design, Development, and New Store Opening teams to deliver strong in-store experiences

Process Innovation & Optimization

• Design and implement scalable processes to eliminate manual workflows and improve efficiency
• Streamline store signage support for maintenance and damage issues
• Audit and update internal systems to ensure accuracy and alignment

Vendor & Quality Management

• Manage vendor relationships to ensure high-quality, on-time deliverables
• Collaborate with vendors to create campaign renderings
• Review and maintain compliance with retail brand standards

Financial & Project Tracking

• Maintain and track expansion budgets
• Provide weekly project updates and visibility to stakeholders
• Balance timelines, resources, and business needs for optimal delivery

Minimum Qualifications

• 7-10 years of project management experience
• 7-10 years of marketing or brand campaign experience
• Experience managing complex, high-visibility projects
• Ability to work across large cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working across teams such as Programming, Production, Creative, Product Marketing, PR, Retail Operations, Communications, Training, Merchandising, Finance, Store Strategy, Publishing, Procurement, and Marketing
• Strong reporting and dashboard creation skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• High attention to detail with a strategic mindset
• Experience with tools such as Wrike, Quip, and iWork