Program Manager

21 hours ago

Sunnyvale, CA, United States Aquent Full time
Overview

Placement Type:

Temporary

Salary:

$122.26-141.67 Hourly

up to $130.34/hr

Start Date:

Jan 13, 2026

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Aquent is partnering with a pioneering global technology company at the forefront of innovation, shaping how the world connects, works, and thrives. We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic individual to step into a pivotal role where strategic vision and leadership will directly influence the success of critical programs. You will drive complex, cross-functional initiatives, turning ambiguous challenges into measurable achievements and ensuring alignment across senior stakeholders. Your impact will span multiple teams and organizations, contributing to significant business, operational, and technical advancements.

Role Overview
In this role, you will lead multiple programs, extending your influence beyond immediate teams to ensure successful delivery of improvements. Responsibilities include defining program charters, translating goals into actionable objectives, and navigating complex challenges with a focus on continuous improvement and effective change management. This position offers the opportunity to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, manage critical priorities, and proactively resolve escalations, while ensuring programs are executed with excellence and a focus on user understanding and brand trust.

Key Responsibilities
  • Define, drive, and own comprehensive program charters, outlining scope, timelines, objectives, resources, and risks for moderately complex programs.
  • Translate broad program goals into precise, measurable objectives and milestones.
  • Determine optimal program phasing and establish metrics to support continuous improvement and efficient resource management.
  • Design and implement communication strategies, including executive updates and partner engagement, representing program progress and vision.
  • Anticipate and manage change, developing rollout plans, monitoring adoption, and resolving misalignments to ensure smooth transitions.
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making and resolving prioritization conflicts.
  • Gather and analyze critical data to guide programs, support strategic decisions, and maintain transparent project trackers and status reports.
  • Execute program tasks with precision, managing dependencies and integrating principles of product excellence, inclusion, and brand reputation.
  • Champion innovation by creating automated processes to enhance program velocity and monitoring.
  • Establish program governance structures, including mitigation strategies, post-mortems, escalation reporting, and stakeholder meetings.
Required Qualifications
  • Proficiency in Portfolio Management
  • Experience in Team Management
  • Expertise in Continuous Improvement methodologies
  • Strong background in Managing Organizational Change
  • Excellent Communication Management skills
  • Advanced Planning capabilities
  • Exceptional Stakeholder Management skills
  • Proficiency in Execution and Governance practices
  • Strong Technical Judgment
  • Deep User understanding and empathy

About Aquent Talent
Aquent Talent connects top talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's leading brands. Eligible talent gain access to benefits including subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match.

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We strive to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can grow their careers and thrive.

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