Associate Program Manager – Marketing & Menu Operations (Contract)
Location : Orange County, CA
Hybrid : Tues–Thurs Onsite
1-Year Contract (extension possible)
Pay : $45 / hour (w2) - THIS IS AN ASSOCIATE LEVEL ROLE
We're hiring an Associate Program Manager to support a fast-growing, trend-forward brand. This role is perfect for a PM who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments , enjoys driving clarity across teams , and is excited to make an immediate impact
What You'll Do :
- Lead and support project workstreams across Marketing, Menu, Digital, Insights, Operations, and Finance
- Partner across teams to plan, execute, and track key initiatives , including new platform launches and marketing campaigns
- Manage stakeholder meetings, drive deadlines , and proactively identify and resolve blockers
- Support operational workflows as needed, helping stabilize processes and documentation
- Contribute to building standard ways of working, dashboards, and program updates for leadership
What We're Looking For :
3–5+ years of project / program management experienceStrong cross-functional coordination and workstream leadershipExcellent communication skills; confident presenting to leadershipThrives in fast-moving, high-energy environmentsQSR, CPG, or retail experience a strong plusWhy Join :
Small, collaborative PM team with high visibility across the enterpriseFlexible hybrid schedule with supportive cultureOpportunity to work on impactful projects that influence brand strategy and operations