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Program Manager | Los Gatos, CA
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Los Gatos , CA

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Contract

Los Gatos, CA

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Contract

Job ID 75521|Posted Aug 5, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

Bring your expertise in cross-functional program management to a high-impact marketing launch role focused on building the systems, cadence, and coordination that keep complex initiatives moving forward. This position supports aggregation go-to-market efforts by connecting strategy, execution, and communication across teams to help launches run smoothly and effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end program management for aggregation launch workstreams, serving as the coordination layer between strategy and execution
  • Build and maintain operating rhythms for launch planning, including recurring meetings, sub-workstream check-ins, and escalation paths
  • Create and manage shared project tools such as trackers, milestone plans, workback schedules, and stakeholder maps
  • Partner across product, marketing, and business teams to align priorities and keep deliverables on track
  • Track progress, identify risks early, and help resolve cross-team dependencies to support timely execution
  • Develop clear internal communications that keep both working teams and leadership informed on status, milestones, and challenges
  • Support organized decision-making by translating complex, evolving information into practical next steps
  • Help teams stay accountable to timelines and outcomes without relying on formal authority

Skills

  • Strong experience in program management, project coordination, or a similar cross-functional role
  • Ability to quickly learn business, product, and marketing context and turn it into structured execution plans
  • Excellent organizational skills with a detail-oriented and proactive approach
  • Proven ability to work effectively in ambiguous, fast-changing environments
  • Skilled at breaking down complex problems into clear, executable tasks
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across teams without direct authority
  • Focused on outcomes and able to keep work centered on what needs to land

Preferred Skills

  • Experience supporting go-to-market planning or launch execution
  • Familiarity with building operating systems, trackers, and workback plans for large cross-functional initiatives
  • Comfort working with leadership stakeholders and contributing to executive-level communications
  • Ability to bring structure to complex programs while helping others stay aligned and productive
  • A collaborative, team-enabling mindset that helps raise the effectiveness of others

Horizontal is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace where different perspectives, experiences, and working styles are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Horizontal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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