International Marketing Program Manager

About the role

This position is designated as a hybrid role based out of our headquarters near Portland, Oregon. The current expectation is for employees to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Support communication on timely projects and needs between Regional and HQ Marketing teams, including Product Marketing, ISM, Creative, Special Projects
• Consolidate and prepare ongoing regional updates, decks, and written communications that simplify complex and cross-region information
• Ensure teams have the right information, tools, and context to execute seasonal marketing plans effectively and on time
• Respond quickly and calmly to last-minute requests from international teams, helping unblock issues and find solutions
• Balance planned work with urgent requests, maintaining attention to detail and impact on adjustments to timelines and workflows
• Build and refine repeatable processes in alignment with GTM, including planning, calendars, budgets, production, execution, reporting
• On-going improvement through identifying gaps and inefficiencies in ways of working and propose practical/value add solutions
• Document and establish best-practices for workflows specific to creative development, visibility and approvals
• Compile and analyze inputs, including regional feedback, execution status, campaign performance and marketplace insights
• Create clear reports and readouts to support decision-making and prioritization
• Lead cross-functional projects on behalf of INTL regions from briefing to kickoff through execution, including partnership with Regional Marketing Teams, Product Marketing, ISM, Creative, NA Marketing, Performance Marketing, and Finance
• Manage communication, timelines and deliverables, to keep projects moving forward and all stakeholders informed
• Serve as a trusted partner and proxy to INTL Marketing Director, sitting in on meetings to ensure no lapse in representation and communication
• Aid in preparation of materials for leadership, driving constant visibility and updates on what is taking place in regions
• Support additional administrative requests when needed

Requirements

Experienced in project management, ranging from small tasks to major marketing initiatives. Proven communicator, able to deliver clear and timely communication to an international audience. Multitasking extraordinaire, proficient in prioritization, balancing multiple projects at a time with high attention to detail and organization. Adaptable collaborator with high interpersonal and executive functioning skills. Proactive and assertive in follow through with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent team-building skills and techniques to lead projects from inception through successful implementations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Operations, Project Management or related field, or work experience equivalent to a degree
• 5+ years experience in progressively responsible positions providing management support by analyzing business processes, evolving communication standards, and streamlining project management
• International marketing experience preferred
• Ability to create and implement strategic decision making and provide guidance to a diverse group of international partners

Skills

Project management, communication, multitasking, collaboration, problem-solving, leadership, and strategic thinking.

Benefits

Includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Includes medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. Extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts, and a generous time off program are also available.