Program Manager - Rewards & Recognition

DeWinter Group; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in data management is seeking an experienced Program Manager – Rewards & Recognition for a 6-month contract in Palo Alto, CA. This hybrid role involves managing global branded merchandise stores, vendor relations, and recognition program analytics. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of program management experience, particularly in retail operations, and strong data analysis skills in Excel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program management focused on retail operations or related fields.
• Expertise in Excel for data analysis and modeling.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively.
• Experience in communications, marketing, and graphic design.

Responsibilities

• Manage production, inventory, pricing, and merchandise selection for global stores.
• Ensure deliverables are met by managing vendor relationships.
• Analyze global merchandise store performance.
• Develop marketing strategies to promote engagement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support program goals.

Skills

Program management

Data analysis

Vendor management

Communication

Excel expertise

Marketing strategies

Creative input

Tools

Excel

Slack

Google Workspace

Job description

Title: Program Manager - Rewards & Recognition

Job Type: Contract

Contract Length: 6-month contract with potential for extension

Target Start Date: 10/27

Work Location/Structure: Palo Alto, CA - Hybrid

About the Opportunity

Our client, a leader in data security and management, is looking for a skilled Program Manager - Rewards & Recognition to join their team for a 6-month engagement. This project involves leading the management and oversight of global branded gear stores alongside providing analytic support for global Recognition programs. This is a high-impact role that requires a self-motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Managing production, inventory, pricing, and merchandise selection for company branded merchandise global stores.
• Managing global vendor relationships, including contracts, purchase orders, and budget, to ensure deliverables are met.
• Analyzing company branded merchandise store performance, including sales reporting, purchase forecasting, and budget adherence.
• Providing strong creative input on merchandise design, trend-spotting, and adherence to brand standards.
• Developing internal marketing and communication strategies to promote the stores and drive engagement.
• Analyzing recognition program data to identify trends, insights, and areas for improvement.
• Developing and maintaining comprehensive reports and dashboards to track the performance and impact of the Recognition program.
• Collaborating with the Recognition program team and other stakeholders to ensure data-driven decisions support program goals.

Required Skills & Experience

We are looking for someone with a proven track record of successful contract engagements. The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in program management, with a focus on retail operations, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Deep expertise in Excel for data analysis and modeling, including formulas. This isn't a learning role—you need to be a subject matter expert.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage your own time effectively to meet project goals.
• Experience with communications, marketing, and graphic design.
• Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise status updates to the project team.
• Experience with Slack and Google Workspace.
• Agency and vendor management experience.