Program Manager

Job Title: Program Manager - Executive Engagement

Location: Burlingame, CA (Hybrid – 3 days/week onsite)

Duration: 6-month contract (possibility to extend a maximum of 24 additional months)

Target Start Date: June 2026

Pay Rate: $45-55/hr

Overview

A Fortune 100 technology company is seeking a Program Manager supporting Global Retail Operations. This individual will play a critical role in planning, coordinating, and executing engagements while driving process improvements and operational efficiency across programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end planning and delivery of executive engagements, including scheduling, logistics, and coordination
• Support engagements across global locations (primarily Burlingame and London)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and alignment
• Drive program improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for process optimization and efficiency gains
• Contribute to innovation efforts including AI implementation and automation improvements
• Ensure adherence to industry best practices in program and event execution
• Manage a dynamic engagement cadence (approx. 50–60 engagements annually, with variability week-to-week)
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program management, event planning, or engagement coordination
• Experience supporting executive-level or customer-facing engagements
• Strong background in planning, logistics, and execution of events or programs
• Excellent attention to detail with a highly organized and meticulous approach to work
• Strong time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally in fast-paced environments
• Experience in tech environments or supporting technical organizations

Additional Details

• Hybrid schedule with 3 days onsite per week (flexibility based on project needs)
• Must be comfortable working across time zones, including morning calls (approx. 8 AM PST) with London-based teams
• Flexibility to take early calls remotely when needed

Ideal Candidate

• Go-getter mindset with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude
• Extremely detail-oriented and execution-focused
• Strong communicator with the ability to work effectively across global teams
• Thrives in dynamic, high-visibility environments supporting executive and customer engagements