Supports the design, testing, launch, and scaling of marketplace programs. Builds tools and frameworks, develops analytical insights, and collaborates with product, marketing, data science, finance, and operations teams to remove obstacles and improve program outcomes. The role requires operational rigor, marketplace knowledge, strong analytics, cross-functional execution, organization, and comfort working in ambiguous early-stage environments.
About the Role
Join a growth-focused business team that designs, tests, and launches new programs that deliver value to both sides of a two-sided marketplace. Working alongside a Senior Programs and Business Operations Lead, you will help turn early-stage ideas into working programs. You'll partner closely with product, marketing, data science, finance, and operations teams. The role combines strategic thinking with operational rigor in an ambiguous, fast-evolving space.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the senior lead in growing new programs and the levers that drive their success.
- Help design, test, launch, and scale new programs, turning new ideas into working initiatives.
- Build tools and frameworks that help teams move faster.
- Partner with product and marketing to make sure programs are designed for both user value and business impact.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with product, marketing, data science, finance, and operations to remove obstacles and execute initiatives.
- Contribute analytical insights that help the user community grow and succeed on the platform.
Qualifications
- Deep experience in operations, supply, and marketplace dynamics.
- Strong data analytics and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally to remove obstacles and execute initiatives.
- Comfortable in ambiguous, early-stage environments; a self-starter who takes initiative.
- Clear communicator with strong attention to detail and organization.
- Able to juggle multiple priorities.
Key Details
- Start date: November 17, 2026
- Duration: Approximately 12 months (through November 12, 2027)
- Location: Remote (within the U.S.)
- Work schedule: 40 hours/week (8 hours/day, 5 days/week)
- Pay rate range: $50-$62/hour + benefits
- Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Engagement: W-2 Contract
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