Sr. Associate Program Management
About The Position
Material is seeking a driven, highly autonomous Sr. Associate, Program Management to manage day-to-day project execution and client relationships across a variety of workstreams. These may include Brand Design, Social, Website Development, User Experience Research, and Strategy. The role initially leads smaller, targeted projects from kickoff through delivery and supports senior Program Managers on larger initiatives, aligning work with client and portfolio goals. The successful candidate takes end-to-end ownership of complex initiatives, leads cross-functional teams independently, and collaborates effectively with peer Program Managers. The role involves preparing and communicating project plans, milestones, workstreams, and budgets; tracking progress and profitability; communicating proactively with clients and stakeholders; and identifying and resolving risks or escalating them appropriately. The position calls for a detail-oriented, proactive multitasker who adapts to shifting priorities and uses modern AI tools to improve workflows and operational efficiency. This is a hybrid role based near one of Material’s offices in New York City, Los Angeles, or Austin.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of program or project management experience in an agency, fast-paced technology company, or media environment.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership and lead teams independently with minimal oversight, while collaborating effectively with other Program Managers.
- Practical, hands-on familiarity with AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude to improve productivity and workflow management.
- Experience driving projects across multiple disciplines, including Brand Design, Social, Web Development, Research, and Strategy.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and understanding of nuanced client interactions.
- Self-starter mentality, accountability for outcomes, focus on tangible results, and proactive project execution.
Responsibilities
- Lead smaller, targeted projects from kickoff through delivery, while supporting senior Program Managers on larger initiatives and aligning with client and portfolio goals.
- Oversee day-to-day execution across creative, strategic, and technical deliverables, including Brand Design, Social campaigns, Website Development, User Experience Research, and Strategy.
- Use AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude to streamline program-management tasks, draft documentation, optimize communication, and improve operational efficiency.
- Serve as a proactive resource for cross-functional teams and client stakeholders, answer questions, set expectations, and manage day-to-day communication.
- Prepare and communicate detailed project plans, milestones, workstreams, and budgets.
- Track progress in internal management tools to support high-quality delivery, adherence to timelines, and project profitability.
- Identify operational, resource, or scope risks early, develop solutions independently, and escalate risks to leadership when appropriate.
- Adapt to shifting client priorities, navigate ambiguity, and maintain team morale under tight deadlines.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
