Creative Program and Operations Manager Job at ZipRecruiter in Gurnee

Job Description

Program and Operations Manager

Location: Hybrid- Gurnee, Illinois

Type: Contract-To-Hire

Who We Are:

PurposeBuilt Brands, rooted in a legacy dating back to Weiman, stands as a pioneer in crafting top-tier products for specialty surfaces. Our beloved brands, including Weiman, Goo Gone, Green Gobbler, Biokleen, Gonzo, Magic, Wright’s, Stone Care International, Urnex, Five Star, and Micro-Scientific, are choices among consumers and seasoned professionals alike.

At PBB, we seek to hire employees who bring a level of engagement, drive, and performance that pushes business forward. We work together and are motivated by positive results, while continuously thriving in a scrappy environment. We believe our greatest assets are the talented and passionate employees who are motivated by our purposeful work. Our company may be 60 years old, but the real growth is just getting started.

The Role:

We are seeking a highly organized and dynamic Program & Operations Manager to join the HomeShine Studios team within PurposeBuilt Brands. HomeShine Studios is PBB’s newly created internal creative team that is looking to create breakthrough communication for PBB’s portfolio of consumer and commercial brands.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the work of HomeShine Studios, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. This role serves as the hub of communication for the team regarding all project deliverables and plays a pivotal role in the success of our engagements.

What You Will Do:

1. Project Management: Manage multiple creative projects from inception to completion, ensuring all deliverables are met on time and within budget. Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets for a wide range of projects, including digital, social, packaging, print, and video.
2. Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal project team members, providing regular updates and addressing any concerns or issues that arise. Consistently manage expectations and ensure delivery of the highest quality service.
3. Team Coordination: Collaborate with creative, brand, operations, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of creative work and campaigns. Coordinate and run weekly status meetings and provide project status to the team. Manage direct report to deliver required program support.
4. Budget & Team Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring all expenses are tracked and reported accurately. Analyze and manage ongoing team capacity and utilization. Make staffing recommendations to deliver business needs.

What You Will Bring:

1. Experience: Minimum of 5-6 years of hands-on project leadership experience in advertising or marketing communications, preferably within a creative agency. People management and packaging experience required.
2. Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Proficiency in project management software and tools (including Monday.com).
3. Attributes: Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to provide clear and objective leadership to cross-functional teams to ensure tasks are prioritized and completed on time and successfully.

Compensation Range:

$130,000-$147,000

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, location, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specifics for each salary range.

Benefits:

PBB offers a wide range of benefits because we understand no two employees are the same. We want our employees to feel empowered to set their day up for success, whether that's in the office or remote.

What We Offer:

• Flexible work options (fully remote, hybrid, onsite)
• Generous paid time off
• Competitive salaries and bonus incentives
• 401K company match
• Competitive medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• Annual fitness stipend
• Unmatched employee discount on all products
• Summer Hours
• LinkedIn learning membership

PurposeBuilt Brands is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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