Program Manager

Program Manager – Commerce

VML, part of WPP, is looking for a Program Manager to work on the Commerce team for a leading beverage client. The role involves managing large‑scale, integrated marketing programs across TV, print, radio, social media, and display, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery while exceeding client expectations.
What you’ll do

Work:

Spearhead the delivery of exceptional work that meets deadlines and budgets, push creative boundaries, oversee end‑to‑end delivery of large integrated projects, identify dependencies, mitigate delays, and drive alignment on scope and pricing. Translate deliverables into compelling client proposals and statements of work.
People:

Inspire, mentor, and direct cross‑functional teams to produce award‑winning work. Partner with account management to strategically manage scope, cultivate client relationships and identify new business opportunities, fostering a collaborative ‘One Team’ approach with account, creative, production, content/social, finance and client reps.
Process:

Define, implement, and optimize project/program communication and processes. Balance opportunities and constraints, champion existing tools, monitor team performance, identify and implement process improvements.
Financials:

Own project estimation, financial planning and profitability. Develop detailed project plans that align with budgetary requirements and maximize ROI.
Who you are

Strategic Leader:

Influences and inspires teams without direct authority, fostering shared accountability and excellence. Drives projects from ambiguity to clear actionable strategies.
Builder:

Navigates complexities of people, processes, systems to drive collaboration. Entrepreneurial mindset and strong business acumen. Brings people together to achieve common goals.
Detail‑Oriented:

Sharp attention to detail balanced with big‑picture view; creates collaborative environments encouraging continuous improvement.
Exceptional Communicator:

Excellent communication, presentation and analytical skills. Proactively resolves challenges with a positive attitude.
What you’ll need

5–7+ years of experience managing complex, integrated marketing projects in an agency or consulting environment with a proven track record.
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor project teams, fostering high‑performance environment.
Exceptional problem‑solving skills, strategic thinking to overcome challenges.
Proven ability to lead team and client meetings, tailoring communication to diverse audiences.
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and meet high standards for quality and accuracy under tight deadlines.
Deep passion for marketing and advertising, willingness to learn inner workings of the business.
Exceptional scoping and project management skills; accurate estimation, task prioritization, multi‑project management.
Superior communication and interpersonal skills; build strong relationships with clients, vendors, internal teams.
Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $60,000–$140,000USD. We offer a competitive benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Employer

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect and belonging.

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