FLEX Senior Manager, Program Management

Senior Manager, Program ManagementThis is a temporary position. The Senior Manager, Program Management is a member of the US and Canada (US/CAN) Food & Beverage team and will report to the Senior Director, Food & Beverage, US & Canada. This position is responsible for supporting US/CAN Food & Beverage Marriott Select Brand projects and team support across all aspects and priorities of the Food & Beverage organization. The role's primary focus will be managing the overall initiative planning schedule, managing tracking and approvals of projects including Proofs of Concept (POCs), pilots, deployments, communication and feedback needs from above property teams and hotels in the US/CAN. The role will manage activities and support needs to deliver upon all activities assigned across Managed by Marriott (MxM) and Franchise hotels, Franchise Management Companies (FMCs), above property and the leadership team and supporting continent disciplines.Candidate ProfileEducation and ExperienceRequired4-year bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or related major OR an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable skills and knowledge can be acquired3+ years of experience in Project Management, Consulting, and/or CommunicationsExperience with data analysis, performance reporting, and evaluation skills and tools (i.e. Excel, Attrix, Tableau, PowerBI, GuestVoice, etc.)Preferred2+ years of experience working in a Marriott Select Brand hotel or managing Marriott Select Brand programs and initiatives above propertyExperience in hotel operations including Food & Beverage OperationsCore Work ActivitiesDeliver overall project management support for US/CAN Food & Beverage team to support business priorities of Marriott Select Brands across all disciplines within the continent, managed and franchise, including MxM hotels, FMCs, and above property teamsAssess needs for each project and consult with stakeholders and Sr. Director, F&B to make recommendations that align with continent F&B strategy, and determine and assign appropriate plan, execution, budget, and resultsEstablish and execute a consistent approach for risk assessment and mitigation, including escalation to senior leaders when appropriateCollaborate and consult with hotel stakeholders to capture feedback, resolve issues, and facilitate cross-group discussions and incorporate that information into pilots and implementationsProvide expertise regarding Marriott Select Brand standards, best practices and resources to above property and hotel associatesManage requests for exceptions to existing standards and requirements based on hotel specifications and determine approval permissionsDesign, create and deliver support tools and manage coordination and execution to support the overarching US/CAN strategies including presentation support and communicationsIdentify trends, gaps, and/or patterns in business processes and lead strategies to improve implementation tools and processes and team performanceAssess and synthesize data from various sources to formulate informed viewpoints to organizational issues that this role supports relative to the operational experience in the hotelsManage content to keep communication information accurate and current across various communications channels for relevant stakeholdersActively engage with internal partners (e.g., finance, human resources, legal) to prepare content for communication materialsMeasure the effectiveness of planning + transformation efforts; set targets, track results, and improve processesBuild and maintain relationships with stakeholders who have accountability for project/initiative executionAbility to travel up to 15%The pay range for this position is $52.06 to $78.80 per hour.FLEX opportunities offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others.Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD.At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. 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