Marketing Operations and Strategy Manager

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes. 

About Sia Experience-Marketing Advisory 

Sia Experience is the end-to-end marketing and customer experience arm of Sia. Agile and collaborative, our Marketing Advisory Business Line is recognized for delivering high-impact, growth-focused solutions by blending marketing, CX, creative, AI, and deep industry expertise. 

As strategic partners, The Marketing Advisory team empowers clients across technology, luxury, consumer goods, finance, energy, and more to scale operational excellence and drive brand-led growth through AI- and data-driven strategies. Our teams lead full-funnel marketing transformations—from strategy and go-to-market execution to experience design, performance measurement, and sustainable impact. 

It’s an exciting time to join us. SiaX has long been the agency behind some of the world’s biggest brands—now we’re expanding, becoming one of the most recognizable names for companies that demand bold, business-driving creative. We’re shaping SiaX into the go-to agency of the future. This is your chance to be part of that growth, working alongside top-tier creatives, consultants and agency leaders to continuously evolve what a modern, full-service agency can be. Opportunities like this don’t come around often—if you want in on the next level, this is it. 

As a Marketing Operations and Strategy Manager, you will lead the execution and evolution of marketing operations and business rhythms, helping marketing leaders turn strategy into scalable, high-impact execution. You will own larger, complex initiatives, guide teams, and ensure operational rigor across marketing programs, client work, and growth initiatives. 

This role is part strategist and part program leader. You will design and implement processes, tools, and workflows that enable teams to operate effectively at scale, while owning multi-stream initiatives end-to-end. You will partner closely with senior stakeholders to align priorities, manage interdependencies, and ensure execution delivers against marketing and business goals. 

What You’ll Do 

Strategy to Execution 

• Translate leadership priorities into integrated operating plans, timelines, and success metrics 
• Own complex, multi-workstream initiatives from planning through execution, navigating through ambiguous scenarios 
• Develop scopes, timelines, resourcing models, and delivery plans for new and expanded work 
• Ensure alignment between strategy, execution, and delivery across marketing initiatives 

Operating Models & Performance 

• Design, implement, and evolve scalable operating models, workflows, and reporting frameworks
• Build and maintain dashboards, trackers, templates, and documentation to support decision-making 
• Own performance tracking across initiatives, including OKRs, KPIs, and marketing success metrics 
• Identify systemic gaps or inefficiencies and drive process improvements 

AI & Innovation 

• Lead the adoption and responsible use of AI across strategy, operations, and decision-making 
• Identify high-impact AI use cases and embed AI-enabled insights into core workflows 
• Drive measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, or performance through AI-enabled solutions 

Team Collaboration & Leadership 

• Lead cross-functional collaboration across marketing, creative, analytics, and delivery teams 
• Provide guidance, coaching, and oversight to Associate Managers and project contributors 
• Set clear expectations and ensure consistent, high-quality execution across workstreams 

Client Support & Growth Enablement 

• Serve as a senior operational partner on complex or high-visibility client initiatives 
• Ensure operational clarity, strong delivery, and stakeholder alignment for client work 
• Support business development by shaping operational approaches for pitches and proposals 
• Partner with leadership to ensure operational readiness for client growth and new engagements 

• Must reside in Los Angeles or the Bay Area 

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree 

• 10+ years in marketing operations, program management, or strategy roles in a consulting, agency, or technology environment 

• Demonstrated experience leading complex initiatives with cross-functional stakeholders 

• Experience supporting client delivery and business development through scoping, planning, or proposal development 

• Must be fluent in AI, with proven success embedding AI-enabled insights into workflows and driving measurable improvements 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to clarity and structure 

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage overlapping priorities 

• Analytical and systems-minded, with a proactive approach to process improvement 

• Fluent in building tables, slide decks, dashboards, and operational tools 

• Comfortable operating autonomously while partnering closely with senior leaders 

Compensation & Benefits 

We believe in supporting our team professionally and personally. Here’s a snapshot of the comprehensive benefits you’ll enjoy as part of Sia. 

Competitive Compensation 

• Annual base salary range at $137,000-$147,00 commensurate with experience and qualifications

• Annual performance based discretionary bonus 

Robust Health Coverage 

• 3 Medical plans  

• Dental and Vision  

• Life, AD&D and other voluntary insurance  

Tax-Advantaged Accounts 

• 401K retirement plan 

• 4% matching and 100% vested upon enrollment 

• Health Savings Account (HSA) 

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  

• Health, Dependent Care, Commuter 

Family Friendly Benefits  

• 100% paid parental leave for all new parents with eligible tenure 

• Building Healthy Families program if enrolled through Medical plan 

Time Off to Recharge 

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy 

• 9 company holidays plus 1 floating holiday  

Extras that Make Life Easier 

• College savings and student loan repayment assistance 

• Monthly cell phone stipend 

• Access to wellness programs at no cost if enrolled through Medical plan, including: 

  • Gym membership reimbursement 

  • LiveHealth Online virtual care 

  • Personalized support from a Well-being Coach  

• Employee Assistance Program at no cost 

  • Free confidential counseling and emotional support services  

  • On-demand access to Emotional Well-being resources (ranging from relaxation techniques to stress management)  

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging 

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact. Please visit our website for more information.  

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs. 

Office Workplace Guidelines  

Sia is committed to providing a flexible workplace environment that supports client, business, and market needs. Consultants located in our primary market office locations—New York City, Charlotte, Seattle, and San Francisco—are expected to live within a reasonable commuting distance and attend the office at least three days per week. For Consultants outside of our primary markets, we can offer more flexible in-person requirements in accordance with your location. 

Work Authorization & Sponsorship  

At this time, Sia does not intend to pursue employment with applicants who will require now or in the future visa by our company for work authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa, or any other non-immigrant status).