Director, Program Manager

Horizon Media•New York, NY

3d•$150,000 - $190,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Horizon Media is seeking a Director, Program Manager to lead the execution of complex, cross-functional initiatives across its Product and Data organization. The role aligns stakeholders across product, data, business development, media investment, and corporate strategy to accelerate growth and adoption. The successful candidate will navigate large, dynamic enterprise environments and coordinate across business units to ensure products deliver on their vision of transforming data-driven marketing through AI-powered intelligence and automation. The role may include travel to client sites. This is a high-impact strategic role at the intersection of technology, data, media investment, and business growth. The Director, Program Manager for Product and Data will help shape AI-driven marketing by aligning platform strategy with enterprise priorities and industry opportunities. The position also manages and coaches direct reports, develops program-management processes, and selects tools to improve team effectiveness.

Requirements

At least 8 years of program and project management experience 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.
Expertise in building project plans, managing risks, and leading teams.
Strong management and mentoring skills.
Proficiency with program-management and collaboration tools, such as JIRA and Monday.com.

Nice To Haves

PMP, Agile, or SAFe certification.

Responsibilities

Oversee end-to-end execution of multiple initiatives, product development, and data-driven efforts, ensuring alignment with Horizon Media’s broader business strategy.
Manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs across areas such as product development, data strategy, commercialization, corporate development, and media investment.
Build and maintain project roadmaps, identifying dependencies, risks, and solutions across teams.
Manage program risk and governance frameworks, including decision-making structures, accountability, and prioritization.
Establish timelines and ensure programs are executed in line with strategic goals and expected outcomes.
Facilitate stakeholder communication so decision-makers receive relevant information at the right time.
Identify risks and issues proactively and develop mitigation strategies.
Partner with team leads to scope work and identify capacity needs.
Optimize team structure and operations based on performance and needs.
Partner with team leads to determine effective processes for delivering desired outcomes.
Manage direct reports, coach them, and set quality standards.
Establish processes and tools that help the team work and communicate efficiently.
Partner with other leaders to ensure tools and processes are consistent and effective.
Provide regular performance coaching and feedback, career-path guidance, and growth opportunities.
Serve as a central liaison across Product, Data, Engineering, and Marketing Science.
Engage internal business users, including account teams, media buyers, planners, and analytics teams, to align platform capabilities with real-world needs.
Lead senior-level discussions, align with leadership, and build consensus across programs.
Develop processes and ways of working for the Program Management team.
Source and launch tools to improve team efficiency and effectiveness.
Lead internal projects that improve Program Management and stakeholder service.