Program Manager & Strategic Initiatives

Autodesk•Portland, OR

23h

About The Position

We are seeking a Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives to provide essential program leadership and management for the Design & Manufacturing (D&M) Marketing organization. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring organizational coherence by fostering clarity, alignment, and sustained progress across marketing priorities, while overseeing strategic initiatives that intersect with Marketing, Sales, Product, Finance, and Operations. The selected candidate will be responsible for implementing robust program management practices within D&M Marketing and for advancing complex, cross-functional initiatives efficiently and effectively. This role requires an individual adept at introducing structure in ambiguous environments, rapidly establishing trust, and maintaining team engagement and alignment throughout the transition from strategic planning to execution.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in program management, operations, strategy, or other cross‑functional leadership roles
Experience leading program management within a marketing or similarly complex organization
Demonstrated ability to lead large, cross‑functional initiatives in matrixed environments
Experience designing or implementing AI‑enabled systems that improve operational efficiency and decision‑making
Strong executive‑level communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable insights
Proven examples building trust through clarity, follow‑through, and sound judgment
Experience working in ambiguous environments and creating structure where needed

Responsibilities

Lead program management for the D&M Marketing organization, ensuring priorities are clearly defined, tracked, and delivered
Translate leadership goals into clear plans with milestones, success metrics, and measurable outcomes
Establish and maintain operating rhythms (planning cycles, executive reviews, progress check-ins) that promote focus, accountability, and transparency
Identify, test, and scale AI‑enabled systems that improve decision-making and operational efficiency
Build and enhance program management tooling, including Airtable structures, automations, templates, and governance processes
Manage high‑impact initiatives across Marketing, Sales, Product, Finance, and Operations
Drive stakeholder alignment by proactively managing risks, dependencies, and tradeoffs
Strengthen communication practices and workflows that support clarity, inclusion, and effective collaboration
Coordinate key leadership touchpoints, including QBRs, strategic planning sessions, team meetings, offsites, and organizational reviews
Provide leadership with consistent visibility into progress, risks, and outcomes
Prepare clear, concise, insight‑driven materials for senior and executive audiences