Program Management Manager (Lead) - YouTube - Shared

Google Operations Center

$168K — $189K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Illinois, US
Media
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years in marketing program management, operations, and digital marketing
  • 8+ years developing media strategies across digital channels
  • 7+ years of people management experience, including managing managers
  • Proven history of leading large-scale, multi-channel marketing programs
  • Strong executive-level stakeholder management skills
  • Success in driving operational excellence and process transformation

Responsibilities

  • Own strategy and vision for Viewer and Creator channel programs
  • Directly manage and develop Viewer/Creator Program Leads
  • Influence decision-making at senior levels with data-driven insights
  • Oversee execution of cross-channel marketing programs
  • Establish governance frameworks and performance tracking
  • Drive standardization and scalability of workflows across channels
  • Define vision for marketing automation and drive innovation in campaign execution

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Gender-neutral baby bonding leave and generous maternity leave
  • Life, accident, and disability insurance minimums
  • Onsite employees enjoy free meals and snacks and fun experiences
Full Job Description
Role Overview:

We are seeking a strategic and people-focused YTM POD Manager to lead a portfolio of high-impact Viewer and Creator channel programs. This role will directly manage the Strategic Program & Operations Leads (Viewer/Creator Leads) and is accountable for driving program vision, organizational alignment, and business outcomes at scale.

As a leader of leaders, the candidate will define channel strategy, ensure operational excellence across programs, and build a high-performing team that delivers on brand awareness, customer acquisition, and revenue growth goals.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $168,000 - $189,000 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role and level. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Please note that the compensation details listed in this role posting reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus or benefits. Some benefits information is included in this job description, and your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and benefits for this position during the hiring process.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Leadership & Channel Ownership
    • Own the overarching strategy and vision for Viewer and Creator channel programs across regions
    • Provide direction to Viewer & Creator Leads, ensuring alignment with business goals and marketing priorities
    • Identify growth opportunities, channel expansion strategies, and investment priorities
    • Drive long-term planning including annual roadmaps, OKRs, and business cases
  • People Leadership & Team Management
  • Directly manage and develop YTM Program Leads (Viewer/Creator Leads)
  • Build, coach, and scale a high-performing team of program and operations leaders
  • Set clear performance expectations, KPIs, and career development plans
  • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and operational excellence
  • Executive Stakeholder Management
  • Act as the senior escalation point for cross-functional and executive stakeholders, including leadership teams
  • Drive alignment across global/regional stakeholders and resolve complex dependencies
  • Influence decision-making at senior levels through data-driven insights and strategic recommendations
  • Ensure high stakeholder satisfaction across all programs
  • Program Governance & Performance Oversight
  • Oversee execution of multiple marketing programs across Viewer and Creator channels
  • Establish governance frameworks, operating cadences, and reporting structures
  • Review and guide WBRs (Weekly Business Reviews) and QBRs (Quarterly Business Reviews)
  • Ensure consistent tracking of performance metrics, ROI, and program effectiveness
  • Operational Excellence & Scale
  • Drive standardization and scalability of workflows across channels
  • Ensure operational rigor in program execution, resource allocation, and prioritization
  • Identify systemic inefficiencies and implement cross-channel process improvements
  • Balance strategic initiatives with execution realities across teams
  • Marketing Innovation & Automation Strategy
    • Define the vision for marketing automation across Viewer and Creator programs
    • Guide teams in leveraging tools (e.g., CRM, automation platforms) for personalization and scale
    • Drive innovation in campaign execution, audience targeting, and lifecycle marketing
    • Ensure measurable impact on ROI and efficiency through automation


Minimum Qualifications:
  • 15+ years of experience in marketing program management, operations and digital marketing
  • 8+ years of strong digital platforms and media platforms in developing comprehensive media strategies across various digital channels
  • 7+ years of people management experience, including managing managers
  • Proven track record of leading large-scale, multi-channel marketing programs
  • Strong experience in stakeholder management at senior/executive levels
  • Demonstrated success in driving operational excellence and process transformation


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working with global teams and complex organizational structures
  • Experience with marketing technologies (e.g., CRM, automation, analytics tools)
  • Ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with high ownership


Benefits
  • We support you with competitive wages and with comprehensive health care including medical, dental and vision coverage
  • We support your family with gender-neutral baby bonding leave, 24-26 week birth-parent maternity leave, and generous life, accident and disability insurance minimums
  • Employees who work onsite can enjoy free meals and snacks, and fun onsite experiences


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