Project/Program Manager I

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Project/Program Manager I
Job Description

The Project/Program Manager I is responsible for coordinating the WFM E-Commerce Q4 Holiday program. This role involves overseeing all aspects of Q4 holiday readiness, from pre-season planning through peak execution. The manager coordinates deadlines and responsibilities, monitors progress against key milestones, and prepares status reports for leadership regarding program key actions and risk areas.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end project plan for Q4 holiday readiness, including timeline development, milestone tracking, and deliverable management.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and key business partners to ensure alignment on priorities, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Lead recurring milestone check-in meetings to assess progress, identify blockers, and drive accountability across workstreams.
• Manage daily standups and follow up directly with business partners to ensure tasks are completed on time during the Q4 holiday season.
• Summarize program status, risks, and escalations for upper management on a regular basis.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree and 2–4 years of project/program management experience, preferably in e-commerce, retail, or operations.
• Familiarity with a variety of project management concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive alignment across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities under tight timelines.
• Excellent communication skills to conduct effective meetings, follow up with partners, and escalate appropriately.
• Experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals with creativity and latitude.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with community outreach.
• Fast-paced learning and working abilities.

Work Environment

The role requires managing cross-functional projects, leading standups, and conducting weekly reviews. You will follow up with stakeholders and oversee project launching/readiness. The position may require weekend work during mid-November, approximately 5 hours weekly, in addition to standard office hours. You will be part of a collaborative team.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.