Manager, Transformation Operations

Horizon Media Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance coverage

Unlimited paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Horizon Media Inc. is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee the execution of pilot projects in New York. You will be responsible for project management, stakeholder coordination, and knowledge management.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5+ years of relevant experience and a strong background in project management. The position offers a salary range of $90,000 to $140,000 along with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in project management, operations, or a similar role, ideally within a media or advertising agency.
• Strong background in project management and/or operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project details, track progress, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day execution of individual pilot projects.
• Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for internal teams involved in pilots.
• Document all project activities, processes, and outcomes.

Skills

Project Management

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Interpersonal Communication

Self-management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Jira

Microsoft Excel

Tableau

Monday.com

Job description

Who We Are

Horizon Next is one of the industry's most innovative and data‑driven marketing organizations, sitting at the intersection of people, data, and media. Our business provides strategic leadership to accelerate growth for clients through brand strategy, media planning and investment, and best‑in‑class analytics across all channels. As the leader in innovative business solutions, we continuously push to understand what’s next: the next innovation, the next advancement in analytics, the next media evolution, and the next breakthrough idea for our clients. We operate with a single goal: tomorrow must outperform today. We value diverse perspectives and strive to create an environment where employees feel welcomed, safe, and empowered, believing that authentic voices and unique perspectives build a rewarding culture and experience together.

What You’ll Do

Project & Pilot Execution (50%)
Manage day‑to‑day execution of individual pilot projects, ensuring they stay on track, on time, and on budget. Run the project kickoff process, including intake of new partner information, coordination of legal routing, and setup of project plans. Act as a dedicated project manager, driving progress through all phases of implementation and testing. Coordinate internal and external meetings and work closely with various stakeholders, develop and manage project plans, and prepare and maintain user documentation, process guides, and training material. Understand business and technical objectives of a project, create work plans, identify tasks, and clearly communicate expectations to team members and stakeholders.

Stakeholder Coordination & Support (30%)
Serve as the primary day‑to‑day point of contact for internal teams involved in pilots, providing on‑the‑ground support. Resolve immediate issues and roadblocks, facilitate communication and collaboration, route work among responsible parties, and coordinate testing, end‑user training, and deployment phases.

Knowledge Management & Documentation (20%)
Diligently document all project activities, processes, and outcomes. Capture feedback from training, discovery sessions, and meetings; create and maintain a central repository of learnings, findings, and results from pilots. Supply the Director with well‑documented information for case studies and operational playbooks, create visualization diagrams for existing and proposed workflows, and manage project plans.

Helpful Technical Skills

• Project Management Software: Proficiency with Jira, Asana, Monday.com, or Smartsheet.
• Collaboration & Documentation Platforms: Experience with Microsoft Teams, Slack, and Confluence.
• Data & Reporting Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets; experience with Tableau or Google Data Studio is advantageous.
• Ad Tech / MarTech Familiarity: Understanding of DMPs, DSPs, ad servers, and analytics platforms.

Who You Are

• Ability to self‑manage and prioritize work.
• Critical thinker who can build proposals with available tools and required outcomes.
• Problem solver who can determine root causes of issues.
• Diplomat capable of working with diverse stakeholders.
• Independent worker with strong time management and organization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, able to listen, clarify unfamiliar concepts, and interpret client needs.
• Ability to quickly master new applications and adjust to changing environments.
• Relationship building skills with internal and external clients.

Traits That Will Make You Successful

• Bias for action; proactive team management and communication.
• Ability to problem‑solve with minimal information and direction.

Nice‑to‑have Experience

• Project management, Monday.com, and systems architecture design.

What You’ve Done

• 3–5+ years of experience in project management, operations, or a similar role, ideally within a media or advertising agency.
• Strong background in project management and/or operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project details, track progress, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and detail‑oriented skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Word, Visio, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.

Physical Activity and Work Environment

No specific requirements for physical activity or work environment. The statements herein describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees and are not exhaustive. They do not establish a contract for employment and may change at the discretion of the employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Horizon Media is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or criminal history, in accordance with legal requirements.

Salary Range

$90,000.00 – $140,000.00 (actual base salary may vary based on qualifications).

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Company‑paid holidays and unlimited paid time off.
• Mental health and wellness resources.
• Pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.