Program Management Manager (Lead) - YouTube - Shared (Hybrid)

Requirements

• 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
• 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

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Join Us! At Google Operations Center we help Google users and customers solve problems and achieve their goals-all while enjoying a culture focused on improving continuously and being better together. We work hard, we play hard, and we want you to join us! 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 channel 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

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