We are seeking a highly organized and results-driven Marketing Programs and Operations Manager to join our dynamic marketing team. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving campaign effectiveness and operational excellence. You will play a critical role in executing marketing programs, optimizing workflows, and ensuring seamless coordination across teams and vendors.

Responsibilities

Marketing Program Execution

Drive the execution of integrated marketing campaigns from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with brand standards, marketing objectives, and business goals.

Responsibilities include

Integrated Campaign Execution : Lead the implementation of comprehensive marketing campaigns that span digital advertising, events and sponsorships, content creation, social media, public relations, and thought leadership initiatives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with internal stakeholders across digital, content, creative, communications, and events to coordinate deliverables, timelines, and campaign requirements.
Market & Audience Research : Conduct research to inform campaign strategy, audience targeting, messaging, and channel selection.
Vendor & Partner Management : Negotiate with and manage external vendors, agencies, and sponsorship partners to support campaign execution and maximize value.
Workflow & Project Coordination : Manage campaign timelines, approvals, and task assignments to ensure smooth execution and on-time delivery.
Brand Consistency : Ensure all campaign assets and messaging are aligned with brand guidelines and voice across all touchpoints.
Performance Measurement : Track, analyze, and report on campaign performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations for optimization and future planning.
Event Support : Provide logistical and on-site support for marketing-led events, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with broader campaign goals.

Operations Management

Support the infrastructure and processes that enable the marketing & communications teams to operate efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities include

OpCo Operations Oversight : Coordinate naming, branding, and launch processes in collaboration with Legal, Marketing, Communications, and other stakeholders.
Vendor Management : Oversee contracts, budget tracking, renewals, and vendor performance to ensure compliance and cost-effectiveness.
Financial Compliance : Manage credit card processing and purchasing activities in accordance with internal compliance standards.
Marketing Systems Administration : Maintain campaign metrics and ensure alignment with strategic objectives through effective use of marketing systems and tools.
Campaign Enablement : Partner with marketing and communications leads to enhance campaign planning, workflow efficiency, and performance visibility.
Cross-Functional Project Management : Lead major initiatives such as website updates, campaign rollouts, and event logistics, providing structure and accountability across teams.
Reporting & Analytics : Develop and deliver standardized reporting on budgets, ROI, campaign performance, and vendor metrics to provide leadership with actionable insights.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in marketing operations, program management, or a similar role.
Proven ability to manage and execute multiple projects across multiple channels simultaneously.
Strong project management skills with experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
Proficiency with marketing automation platforms, CRM systems, and analytics tools.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on process improvement and operational efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a matrixed or enterprise-level organization.
Familiarity with tools such as HubSpot, , or similar platforms.
Budget management and vendor procurement experience.

Job ID

Work Type

Hybrid

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima is not just another global enterprise and federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Akima, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders , Akima provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction.

As an Akima employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job- or information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

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