Marketing Operations Manager

National Forest Foundation

. Own the full vendor contract lifecycle, including prospecting, negotiating terms, mitigating risk, and resolving issues .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $118,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vendor contract management, budget planning, and marketing operations, with a strong focus on strategic implementation and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in leveraging technology and data analytics to drive operational efficiency and support decision-making.

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Vendor Contract ManagementBudget PlanningMarketing OperationsChange ManagementData Analytics

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Hard Skills

Vendor NegotiationBudget ManagementMarketing Operations PlatformsProject ManagementAI Tools ImplementationData ReportingSystems IntegrationOperational RoadmappingProcess AutomationConfidential Information Management

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationProblem-SolvingStrategic ThinkingCross-Functional PartnershipTeam-Building

Tools & Technologies

AsanaCantoMicrosoft Office SuiteAI (Generative, Agentic)Marketing Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Marketing OperationsBusiness AdministrationChange ManagementHuman Centered DesignMulti-Site Organization

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the full vendor contract lifecycle, including prospecting, negotiating terms, mitigating risk, and resolving issues
Lead annual budget planning and recurring budget reviews
Monitor marketing expenditures, flag variances, and report budget status
Track vendor and spending performance metrics and maintain accurate data
Oversee invoice processing and payment operations
Identify friction points and implement scalable solutions and standard operating procedures
Translate marketing strategy into operational roadmaps
Evaluate, select, and integrate systems, applications, and technology
Lead change management and adoption for tools and workflows
Explore, implement, and drive adoption of AI tools
Liaise with Finance, IT, and People & Culture
Serve as project manager for assigned cross-functional and external-partner projects
Orchestrate annual marketing strategic planning and plan check-ins
Create, evolve, and automate reporting for leadership, boards, committees, and partners
Implement professional development, team-building, and technology-fluency programming
Lead logistics for team meetings, retreats, and project-related travel
Protect sensitive and confidential information and data integrity
Report to the Director of Content & Campaigns

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or equivalent professional experience
4+ years of experience in marketing operations, program management or business operations
Experience ideally within a national or multi-site organization
Proven track record negotiating vendor contracts and managing budgets of significant scope and complexity
Proficiency with Asana, Canto, AI (Generative, Agentic, and emerging functionality), and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Experience with marketing operations platforms strongly preferred
PMP or similar certification preferred, not required
UX or Human Centered Design experience preferred, not required
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Reliable internet access and a dedicated workspace are required
Strategic and systems thinking abilities
Vendor negotiation and cross-functional partnership skills
Problem-solving skills in ambiguity and complexity
Ability to handle confidential information with sound judgment
Clear communication and ability to translate complex data into narratives
Change management and adoption skills
Analytical and continuous improvement mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental insurance paid at 75% by the organization for you and any dependents
Vision insurance paid 50% by the organization for you and any dependents
Health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Employee assistance program (EAP) at no cost
403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after one (1) year of service
Short-term and long-term disability insurance at no cost
Basic life and AD&D insurance at no cost, with voluntary life insurance options
Employees start with 35 days of annual leave, sick leave, personal leave and holidays
Family & medical leave for up to sixteen (16) weeks with up to four (4) weeks paid
Training & Development Programs
Professional development reimbursement up to $1,000 per year
Opportunity to support an incredible mission and travel to / work in spectacular locations
Remote/work-from-home position
Occasional travel for team gatherings may be expected