Horizon Media · 4 hours ago
Director, Program Manager
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $190K/yr
8+ years expHorizon Media is seeking a Director, Program Manager to drive the execution of complex, cross-functional initiatives across the Product and Data organization. This strategic role requires leading diverse stakeholders to accelerate growth and adoption in AI-powered marketing while ensuring product development aligns with business strategies.
AdvertisingBrand MarketingDigital Media
Responsibilities
Oversee end-to-end program execution for multiple initiatives, product development and data driven efforts while ensuring they are aligned with Horizon Media’s broader business strategy
Manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs spanning, potentially, product development, data strategy, commercialization, corporate development, and media investment teams
Build and maintain detailed project roadmaps, proactively identifying dependencies, risks, and solutions across teams
Manage program risk and governance frameworks, defining clear decision-making structures, accountability, and prioritization
Establish timelines and ensure successful execution of programs per strategic goals and expected outcomes
Facilitate communication among stakeholders so that they are informed with the right information at the right time to make decisions
Proactively identify risks and issues along with mitigation strategies
Partner with team leads to scope work and identify capacity needs
Constantly optimize the team based on performance and needs
Partner with team leads to strategize the most effective process for delivering against desired outcomes
Manage direct reports with a focus on coaching and setting quality standards
Establish process and tools that allow the team to operate and communicate as efficiently as possible
Partner with other leaders to ensure consistency and effectiveness of tools and processes
Provide regular coaching and feedback on performance
Provide career pathing guidance and identify growth opportunities
Act as a central liaison across Product, Data, Engineering, and Marketing Science to ensure seamless collaboration and execution
Facilitate engagement with key internal business users, including account teams, media buyers, planners, and analytics teams, to align platform capabilities with real-world needs
Lead senior-level discussions, ensuring alignment with leadership and driving consensus across each program
Lead process development efforts to establish ways or working across the Program Management team
Source and launch new tools that will allow the team to be more efficient and effective
Take on internal projects to elevate how we do Program Management and service stakeholders
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in program and project management in an agency, ad tech, media consultancy or SaaS environment
Strong understanding of AI, data platforms, ad technology, and media investment strategies
Proven ability to manage large-scale, cross-functional technology and business initiatives in a complex corporate environment
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with a track record of working with senior leadership
Expert at building project plans, managing risks, and team leadership
Strong management and mentoring skills
Proficiency in program management and collaboration tools (JIRA, Monday.com)
Preferred
PMP, Agile, or SAFe certification is a plus
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Retirement savings plans
Company paid holidays
Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
Mental health and wellness resources
Pet insurance
Childcare resources
Identity theft insurance
Fertility assistance programs
Fitness reimbursement
Company
Horizon Media
Horizon Media is the largest and fastest growing privately held media services agency in the world.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (18)
2024 (19)
2023 (6)
2022 (28)
2021 (14)
2020 (8)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-12-08Private Equity
Leadership Team
Richard Arenaro
Executive Vice President, CTO & CISO
Allan Johnston
SVP, Head of Program Management
Recent News
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