Strategic CI & Vendor Programs Lead (Equity + Bonus)

Meta; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 118,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta is seeking a Competitive Intelligence Program Manager in Chicago to build and scale global research programs. You will partner with Sourcing, Privacy, and Legal to manage data contracts, drive efficiency, and coordinate vendor relationships across locations.

You will define program roadmaps, govern data sourcing, and integrate AI-native workflows to boost productivity, knowledge sharing, and strategic impact for Meta's research teams globally.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in program or project management with a vendor management focus.
• 2+ years managing cross-functional data projects (3P data source integration).
• Experience in data modeling and advanced proficiency with Excel/Sheets.
• Ability to establish and scale programs end-to-end across locations.
• Strong relationships with peers and senior stakeholders across functions.
• Experience communicating with data to drive change.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Sourcing and Privacy teams to manage data contracts and renewals.
• Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency and data coverage.
• Guide vendor management governance and negotiate pricing terms.
• Define program roadmaps, share updates, surface risks, ensure delivery.
• Collaborate on internal processes, templates, and documentation.
• Define initiatives to boost team efficiency and impact; support AI adoption.
• Act as a liaison to Global Research Ops; adopt best practices as needed.

Skills

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Program management

Data modeling

Excel/Sheets

Stakeholder communication

AI adoption

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, analytics or related field

Tools

SQL

PowerPoint/Slides

Excel/Sheets

Job description

Meta is seeking a Competitive Intelligence Program Manager in Chicago to build and scale global research programs. You will partner with Sourcing, Privacy, and Legal to manage data contracts, drive efficiency, and coordinate vendor relationships across locations.

You will define program roadmaps, govern data sourcing, and integrate AI-native workflows to boost productivity, knowledge sharing, and strategic impact for Meta's research teams globally.