dentsu

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Dentsu is seeking a collaborative and strategic Vice President of Program Management to lead the delivery of complex marketing initiatives for global enterprise clients. This role involves guiding cross-functional teams, managing large program portfolios, and driving business growth strategies while fostering a culture of excellence and inclusion within the team. Responsibilities • Lead program delivery for our most strategic client relationships, managing portfolios valued at $10–30M annually. • Serve as a senior advisor to client stakeholders, helping shape marketing transformation and business growth strategies. • Support new business efforts through pitch presentations and RFP responses. • Build alignment across diverse stakeholder groups and drive consensus on strategic initiatives. • Champion a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous learning within the program management team. • Oversee forecasting, resource planning, and budget management across programs. • Identify opportunities to improve delivery efficiency and enhance client value. • Collaborate with Finance and Operations to develop pricing strategies and commercial models. • Manage vendor relationships and partnerships that support program success. • Partner with leaders across Creative, Strategy, Data & Analytics, Technology, and CRM to ensure cohesive program execution. • Work with Legal, Compliance, and Risk teams to ensure programs meet regulatory standards. • Align with regional and global teams to maintain consistent delivery practices. • Lead initiatives that promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and operational excellence across the organization. Skills • 15+ years of experience in program/project management within marketing, advertising, consulting, or related fields. • 5+ years in leadership roles managing program teams. • Experience overseeing large-scale program portfolios ($10M+ annually). • Background working with enterprise clients and leading global initiatives. • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business goals into actionable plans. • Skilled in budget management, operational improvement, and team development. • Strong communicator with experience engaging senior stakeholders. • Comfortable navigating complex organizational structures and leading change. • Familiarity with program management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) and frameworks (SAFe, PMI). • Understanding of marketing technology ecosystems, including CRM, automation, analytics, and emerging AI/ML tools. • Knowledge of integrated marketing across digital, social, traditional, and experiential channels. • Awareness of global data privacy and compliance standards. • Experience building and sustaining long-term client relationships. • Skilled in identifying growth opportunities and expanding client partnerships. • Comfortable leading RFPs, pitches, and contract negotiations. • Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, SAFe, or equivalent. • Experience across multiple industries (e.g., financial services, healthcare, retail, tech, CPG). • Background in consulting or digital transformation. • International experience and cultural fluency. • Prior experience in agency networks (e.g., WPP, Publicis, Omnicom, IPG, Dentsu). Benefits • Medical, vision, and dental insurance • Life insurance • Short-term and long-term disability insurance • 401k • Flexible paid time off • At least 15 paid holidays per year • Paid sick and safe leave • Paid parental leave Company Overview • We are dentsu. It was founded in 1968, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.dentsu.com.