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Hearst Magazines · 3 hours ago

Senior Manager, Special Projects

Hearst Magazines is a global media company with a portfolio of over 30 iconic brands. The Senior Manager, Special Projects will lead high-impact initiatives within the commerce division, orchestrating cross-functional projects to enhance the company's digital and e-commerce efforts.

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Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end project management for special initiatives across Hearst Magazines' commerce division—from scoping and planning through execution and delivery
Develop and maintain project plans, roadmaps, and communication cadences; facilitate kickoffs, stand-ups, status meetings, and post-mortems
Create clear, actionable documentation including briefs, RACIs, requirements, timelines, and dashboards
Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., editorial, product, marketing, operations, audience, BI, and legal) to coordinate efforts and remove roadblocks
Monitor risks, manage change requests, and escalate issues as needed to keep projects moving forward
Streamline workflows and implement process improvements for repeatable, high-quality delivery
Build lightweight KPI reporting and dashboards to share progress and outcomes with stakeholders and leadership

Qualification

Digital media experienceE-commerce experienceProject managementProject management toolsExcel/Sheets proficiencyPeople managementProcess improvementCommunicationDetail-orientedFacilitation skills

Required

5+ years of experience in project or program management, ideally in digital media, content, or e-commerce
Exceptionally organized, proactive, and detail-oriented; comfortable juggling multiple high-stakes projects
Strong communicator who can distill complex updates into clear, actionable summaries for stakeholders
Skilled in project management tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, Jira, Airtable, or similar
Proficient in Excel/Sheets and Google Slides for planning and reporting
Confident facilitator who drives meetings, decisions, and accountability across teams
People management experience with a track record of mentoring and developing direct reports

Preferred

PMP, CSM, or similar certifications
Experience scaling project management practices across an organization

Benefits

Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

Company

Hearst Magazines

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Hearst Magazines is a Media Production house.

H1B Sponsorship

Hearst Magazines has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (1)
2023 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Sherri Chambers
Chief Marketing Officer
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