Amazon · 1 month ago
Marketing Manager II (Contingent)
Arlington, VA
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$40/hr - $42/hr
5+ years expAmazon is seeking a Marketing Manager II to orchestrate high-impact customer speaking engagements and reference programs. This role combines strategic program management with hands-on execution, requiring collaboration with senior leadership and various teams to deliver seamless customer experiences.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)DeliveryE-CommerceFoundational AIRetail
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize end-to-end program processes including budget management, timeline coordination, and speaker nomination procedures
Manage program budgets of $500K or greater, ensuring effective allocation and tracking of resources
Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to execute strategic customer speaking initiatives
Coordinate with technical teams, events staff, legal departments, public relations, and creative teams to ensure successful program delivery
Oversee the complete lifecycle of customer speaking engagements from nomination through post-event follow-up
Run program meetings and maintain detailed work-back schedules to keep all stakeholders aligned
Identify bottlenecks and process inefficiencies, then implement solutions to enhance program effectiveness
Manage stakeholder relationships across multiple departments and organizational levels
Track and report on program metrics to measure success and inform future improvements
Coordinate logistics for live events and keynote speaker appearances
Develop contingency plans and manage risks to ensure program continuity
Qualification
Required
5 or more years of experience in program management, event management, or related field
Exceptional program management skills with proven methodology application
Strong organizational abilities with meticulous attention to detail
Advanced time management and prioritization capabilities
Risk management expertise with ability to develop backup plans and solve problems proactively
Outstanding stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration abilities
Excellent communication skills for engaging with diverse audiences and senior leadership
Budget management and financial tracking proficiency
Process improvement mindset with ability to identify and implement efficiencies
Proficiency with productivity tools including Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with project management software such as Asana and Smartsheet
Ability to influence outcomes without direct authority
Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools and processes
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
Preferred
Background in customer reference programs or speaker management
Live event coordination experience strongly preferred
Experience working in global, matrix organizations is advantageous
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Experience with process improvement methodologies is a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Hospital plans
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Company paid short and long-term disability
Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave)
Company
Amazon
Amazon is a tech firm with a focus on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.11BKey Investors
AmazonKleiner Perkins
2023-01-03Post Ipo Debt· $8B
2001-07-24Post Ipo Equity· $100M
1997-05-15IPO
Leadership Team
Douglas J. Herrington
CEO, Worldwide Amazon Stores
Werner Vogels
VP & CTO
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