Marketing Operations Manager
Educated Solutions Corp, Arlington, VA, United States
ESC has an exciting opportunity for a
Marketing Operations Manager
to support a senior marketing leadership team within a large, fast-paced global organization in
Arlington, VA . This
9-month contract
role will focus on
budget and headcount tracking, business cadence support, planning cycles, and operational execution
that helps keep a marketing organization running smoothly. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working behind the scenes with leadership, and able to balance
resource planning, business operations, reporting, and cross-functional coordination . What You’ll Do:
Resource Management
Maintain and manage budget forecasting tools to ensure financial tracking remains accurate and up to date Oversee headcount tracking and support workforce planning across the organization Help monitor resource allocation and support operational decision‑making related to team planning and investment needs Assist leadership with visibility into staffing, budget, and organizational priorities Rhythm of Business
Coordinate internal business cadences and ensure leaders are prepared for recurring meetings, reviews, and key operational checkpoints Support planning and execution of cross‑business reviews and leadership updates Help organize agendas, timelines, deliverables, and materials for business‑critical meetings Ensure operational processes stay on track across multiple stakeholders and deadlines Support annual and recurring planning cycles by driving timelines, milestones, and key deliverables Help coordinate organization‑wide goals, planning activities, and operational readiness efforts Track progress against planning requirements and ensure follow‑through across teams Assist with ad hoc strategic and operational projects as business needs evolve Cross-Functional Operations Support
Serve as an operational partner to marketing leadership and act as a liaison across internal teams and global functions Help connect stakeholders to the right tools, resources, and support teams based on business needs Support organizational effectiveness by improving visibility, communication, and operational alignment Contribute to special projects such as organizational planning, investment reviews, or process improvement initiatives What You’ll Need:
Experience in
marketing operations, business operations, program coordination, or strategic operations Strong experience supporting
budget tracking, headcount planning, and business operations workflows Experience managing timelines, deliverables, and recurring business cadences for leadership teams Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities at once Excellent communication skills and comfort working with senior stakeholders Ability to work independently, navigate ambiguity, and stay detail-oriented in a fast‑paced environment Strong Microsoft Office or Google Workspace skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint Nice to Have:
Experience supporting senior leaders in a global or enterprise marketing organization Background in financial planning, organizational planning, or headcount/resource management Experience with operational tools, dashboards, or business planning systems Comfort working across cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
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Marketing Operations Manager
to support a senior marketing leadership team within a large, fast-paced global organization in
Arlington, VA . This
9-month contract
role will focus on
budget and headcount tracking, business cadence support, planning cycles, and operational execution
that helps keep a marketing organization running smoothly. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working behind the scenes with leadership, and able to balance
resource planning, business operations, reporting, and cross-functional coordination . What You’ll Do:
Resource Management
Maintain and manage budget forecasting tools to ensure financial tracking remains accurate and up to date Oversee headcount tracking and support workforce planning across the organization Help monitor resource allocation and support operational decision‑making related to team planning and investment needs Assist leadership with visibility into staffing, budget, and organizational priorities Rhythm of Business
Coordinate internal business cadences and ensure leaders are prepared for recurring meetings, reviews, and key operational checkpoints Support planning and execution of cross‑business reviews and leadership updates Help organize agendas, timelines, deliverables, and materials for business‑critical meetings Ensure operational processes stay on track across multiple stakeholders and deadlines Support annual and recurring planning cycles by driving timelines, milestones, and key deliverables Help coordinate organization‑wide goals, planning activities, and operational readiness efforts Track progress against planning requirements and ensure follow‑through across teams Assist with ad hoc strategic and operational projects as business needs evolve Cross-Functional Operations Support
Serve as an operational partner to marketing leadership and act as a liaison across internal teams and global functions Help connect stakeholders to the right tools, resources, and support teams based on business needs Support organizational effectiveness by improving visibility, communication, and operational alignment Contribute to special projects such as organizational planning, investment reviews, or process improvement initiatives What You’ll Need:
Experience in
marketing operations, business operations, program coordination, or strategic operations Strong experience supporting
budget tracking, headcount planning, and business operations workflows Experience managing timelines, deliverables, and recurring business cadences for leadership teams Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities at once Excellent communication skills and comfort working with senior stakeholders Ability to work independently, navigate ambiguity, and stay detail-oriented in a fast‑paced environment Strong Microsoft Office or Google Workspace skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint Nice to Have:
Experience supporting senior leaders in a global or enterprise marketing organization Background in financial planning, organizational planning, or headcount/resource management Experience with operational tools, dashboards, or business planning systems Comfort working across cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
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