Strategic CI & Vendor Programs Lead

Meta; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 118,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Meta is seeking a Global Research Operations Program Manager to define, establish, and scale global operational programs and data-driven processes. The role partners with Sourcing, Privacy, and Legal to manage external data sources and drive governance, efficiency, and AI-enabled workflows.

You will lead end-to-end programs, coordinate cross-functional teams across locations, and influence strategic vendors and data sourcing. A Bachelor's degree and 6+ years in program management are expected.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in program or project management, with a focus on vendor management or business operations.
• 2+ years of experience managing cross functional data projects (3P data source integration) in a corporate or similar role.
• Experience in data modeling and project tracking, including advanced proficiency with Excel/Sheets and PowerPoint/Slides.
• Experience with establishing programs and leading them end-to-end while scaling for growth.
• Experience building relationships with peers and senior stakeholders, and collaborating with cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
• Experience communicating with data to drive change.
• Experience managing competing priorities and shifting requirements independently, and resolving operational problems as they surface.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Meta Sourcing and Privacy teams to complete new data contracts and renewals, ensuring compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency and expand data coverage.
• Guide vendor management best practices and governance with current and prospective vendors.
• Define program roadmaps, share updates, surface risks, and ensure commitments are delivered.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on internal processes, templates, and guidelines to improve optimization.
• Define and manage strategic initiatives that improve team efficiency and impact.
• Integrate AI into workflows to support productivity, innovation, and quality.
• Collaborate with Global Research Ops to adopt new processes and best practices.

Skills

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Process improvement

Stakeholder communication

AI adoption

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/analytics

Tools

Excel/Sheets

PowerPoint/Slides

SQL

Job description

Meta is seeking a Global Research Operations Program Manager to define, establish, and scale global operational programs and data-driven processes. The role partners with Sourcing, Privacy, and Legal to manage external data sources and drive governance, efficiency, and AI-enabled workflows.

You will lead end-to-end programs, coordinate cross-functional teams across locations, and influence strategic vendors and data sourcing. A Bachelor's degree and 6+ years in program management are expected.