Technical Program Manager, Marketing Operations

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Location

Remote

Type

Full Time

Job Description

Technical Program Manager Marketing Operations

Reposted 5 Hours Ago
Chicago IL USA
Hybrid
121K-219K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Enterprise Web • Fintech • Software • Financial Services
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The Role
Lead complex cross-functional programs in marketing technology data and AI ensuring alignment between marketing and sales and managing a portfolio of projects.
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About the Role
Morningstar's Global Marketing Operations team is hiring a Technical Program Manager to lead large complex cross‑functional programs across marketing technology data AI workflow automation and go‑to‑market operations. This is a highly visible role that connects strategy systems and execution ensuring teams move faster collaborate smarter and deliver measurable business impact across the full buyer journey.
You will run our marketing operations program portfolio mature our operating model accelerate AI adoption and align marketing and sales workflows to support a unified insight‑driven funnel.
What You'll Do
Program & Portfolio Leadership
  • Lead end‑to‑end planning execution and delivery of complex technology data and AI programs that support growth marketing and global operations
  • Own the MKOPs portfolio projects in Asana: streamline intake automate workflows optimize templates and maintain dashboards that keep priorities and risks visible.
  • Establish program structure scope milestones KPIs and stakeholder forums that drive clarity and accountability.
  • Facilitate ongoing portfolio roadmap and executive status reviews to maintain alignment and unblock teams.

Marketing + Sales Alignment (Funnel Workflow Data)
  • Drive cross‑functional programs that strengthen alignment between marketing and sales including lifecycle definitions routing logic qualification criteria lead scoring and opportunity metadata.
  • Ensure system workflow and AI enhancements support shared funnel KPIs improved handoffs and consistent reporting across teams.
  • Translate joint marketing-sales requirements into CRM automation data model and workflow changes that support faster follow‑up and more reliable performance insights.

Operating Model Governance & Change Management
  • Establish light scalable governance for AI data and martech initiatives including decision frameworks RACI standards and human‑in‑the‑loop checkpoints.
  • Mature MKOPs portfolio project intake prioritization and allocation processes to ensure predictable planning across BU work and platform work.
  • Lead cross‑team decision‑making to resolve upstream and downstream blockers related to data workflow and system ownership.
  • Develop documentation training and adoption plans that ensure new capabilities land successfully and consistently across global teams.

Measurement & Performance Tracking
  • Define program KPIs and build scorecards that connect technology and AI investments to funnel outcomes efficiency improvements and execution quality.
  • Publish executive‑ready updates that provide transparent visibility into progress risks decisions and business impact.

Vendor & Budget Stewardship
  • Support build‑vs‑buy decisions for martech and AI capabilities.
  • Manage vendor evaluations renewals QBRs license optimization and value realization.
  • Track program budgets forecasts and utilization in partnership with Finance and Procurement.

What You'll Bring
  • 5-8+ years in Technical Program Management Product Management or similar technical leadership roles in marketing technology or data‑oriented organizations.
  • Demonstrated success leading complex cross‑functional programs that deliver scalable martech data or AI solutions from concept through adoption.
  • Deep understanding of marketing technology ecosystems (CRM CDP MA personalization analytics AI/ML) and ability to translate business strategy into technical requirements.
  • Hands‑on experience managing workflows automations dashboards and portfolio structures in Asana (strongly preferred).
  • Strong communication stakeholder management and executive influencing skills across technical and non‑technical audiences.
  • Excellent analytical and problem‑solving capabilities; comfortable interpreting data to inform decisions and evaluate pilots.
  • Proven ability to drive change management adoption and behavior change across large distributed teams.
  • Highly organized detail‑oriented and comfortable managing multiple programs in fast‑paced environments.

Why This Role Matters
This role is at the center of how Morningstar marketing evolves connecting strategy systems data and people to accelerate growth improve alignment with sales scale execution and build a smarter AI‑enabled marketing operating system.
Compensation and Benefits
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
  • Financial Health
    • 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
    • Stock Ownership Potential
    • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
  • Physical Health
    • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
    • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
    • Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
  • Emotional Health
    • Trust-Based Time Off
    • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
    • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
    • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
    • Adoption Assistance
    • Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
    • Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Social Health
    • Charitable Matching Gifts program
    • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
    • Paid volunteering days
    • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Total Cash Compensation Range
$121400.00 - 218525.00 USD Annual
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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