FLEX Manager, Advertising Platform Project Manager

As the FLEX Manager, Advertising Platform Project Manager, you will help shape Marriott’s global advertising platforms (focused on the distributed Paid Media solutions of PLUS and AdBuilder) product strategy and technological framework. This role involves designing and implementing connectivity solutions to integrate our advertising technology with key marketing partners, creative solutions, and internal systems, ensuring a robust ad tech ecosystem. You will project manage the launch of a new creative automation tool, ensuring its seamless integration into existing marketing processes and platforms. You will lead cross-departmental collaboration to support the successful launch of a new creative automation tool. Key responsibilities include supporting work from the discovery phase to implementation, coordinating platform deliverables from vendors, gathering technical requirements, managing feature prioritization, and defining success metrics. You will also facilitate cross-departmental meetings to keep stakeholders aligned on progress and milestones. Education and Experience Required

• 4-year degree from an accredited college or university in Business Management, Marketing, Technology, or a related field
• Four or more years of relevant professional experience, demonstrating progressive career growth and a pattern of exceptional performance
• Strong project management skills with a record of on-time, on-budget project delivery
• Understanding of APIs, cloud services, and integration technologies
• Up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in ad tech and digital advertising

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

• Lead end-to-end project management of a new creative automation tool, from discovery and planning through implementation and launch, ensuring alignment with the global advertising platform strategy.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts, including internal regional teams and external vendors, to manage deliverables, synthesize feedback, and align the product roadmap with business needs.
• Gather and document technical requirements, prioritize features, and define success metrics to ensure the tool meets stakeholder expectations and business goals.
• Facilitate clear and timely communication with stakeholders and team members, including regular cross-departmental updates on product progress.
• Oversee vendor relationships, ensuring technical compatibility, quality outputs, and seamless platform integrations.
• Create and manage testing schedules, define success metrics, and relay platform feedback to third-party vendors for continuous improvement.
• Maintain detailed documentation, including training and governance materials, to support adoption and consistent usage of the tool.
• Monitor industry trends and ad tech advancements, integrating relevant innovations to maintain a competitive edge.

The pay range for this position is $44.90 to $56.11 per hour. FLEX opportunities offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD. At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job