Program Manager, Market Intelligence

TrueCar, Inc.

. Lead brainstorming, development, analysis, and publication of recurring and ad hoc automotive insights .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,000 - $117,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management and analytics within the automotive industry, effectively leading cross-functional initiatives and delivering insights through strong communication and data visualization skills.

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Program ManagementAutomotive Industry ExperienceData VisualizationCross-Functional LeadershipAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementData AnalysisResearch PublishingMarket IntelligenceFact-CheckingData StorytellingSQLMarket Research

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationDetail-OrientedSelf-MotivatedCollaborativeAdaptable Learner

Tools & Technologies

Google WorkspaceMicrosoft OfficeTableauClaudeDatawrapperFlourish

Industry Keywords

Automotive InsightsStakeholder ManagementSupplier RelationshipsExecutive ReadoutsData Visualization Principles

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead brainstorming, development, analysis, and publication of recurring and ad hoc automotive insights
Coordinate program management for companywide, multi-department data initiatives
Own program roadmaps, publication and release calendars, milestones, and status reporting
Facilitate cross-functional working sessions, updates, and executive readouts
Partner with Analytics to define key questions, findings, supporting evidence, and audience-appropriate formats
Coordinate end-to-end delivery of public-facing and executive-facing insight deliverables, including press and industry-event support
Establish and maintain documented review processes covering methodology, fact-checking, source and unit clarity, legal review, and sign-off
Manage relationships with third-party market data and research suppliers, including onboarding, oversight, escalation, and resolution
Develop and monitor market intelligence dashboards for market trends, supplier performance, and initiative progress
Partner with Legal and Finance on supplier agreements and renewals
Recommend solutions to complex cross-functional problems
Independently manage multiple concurrent initiatives, supplier relationships, and reporting deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of progressively responsible program or project management experience, including data/analytics, research, or content/insight publishing activities and internal/external stakeholders
Editorial and/or analytics-oriented experience creating automotive research/insights for consumers, dealers, automotive industry suppliers, and general/business media outlets
Proven ability to lead cross-functional, companywide initiatives across multiple departments and stakeholder groups
Effective verbal and written communication with multiple internal and external levels
Ability to explain nuanced data trends in clear, plain language to technical and non-technical audiences
Results-oriented ability to execute and complete deliverables across multiple concurrent projects
Working knowledge of data visualization and storytelling principles
Demonstrated experience using AI tools such as Claude to accelerate analysis, drafting, and validation
Strong capability in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Tableau, Claude, and similar productivity tools
Up to 10% travel, including occasional industry events
Automotive industry experience required
Detail-oriented and disciplined in accuracy, tracking, fact-checking, multitasking, and proactive problem-solving
Self-motivated to identify blockers and drive continuous improvement
Collaborative ability to bridge Analytics, Communications, and business leaders
Adaptable learner who seeks feedback and masters new tools
Bonus: working familiarity with SQL; experience with Datawrapper, Flourish, or similar tools; background in market research, data journalism, or PR

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility to split work time between home and office
Comfortable shared workspaces in the Santa Monica headquarters office and other regional locations
Professional home office setup
Monthly reimbursements for phone and internet essentials
100% employer-paid health, vision, and dental premiums
401(k) plan with company contributions
Wellness reimbursement account
Learning & development reimbursement opportunities
Flexible PTO for exempt TRUECar Crew Members
Generous PTO accrual policy for non-exempt TRUECar Crew Members
14 company-paid holidays
2 floating holidays
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities