Marketing Operations Leader

Location: Chicago, IL, USA. Hybrid work model combining remote work with intentional in-person collaboration. This role is available only to local candidates already authorized to work in the United States; relocation support is not provided.

Salary: $140,320–$173,360 USD per year base pay for US locations, plus target bonus eligibility and benefits.

Company

hirify.global develops and manages consumer and professional care brands including Huggies, Kleenex, Cottonelle, Scott, Kotex, Poise, Depend, and hirify.global Professional.

What you will do

• Lead sector-level marketing operations, including annual planning and responsive brand activation.
• Implement marketing capabilities, processes, standards, tools, timelines, and best practices across the sector.
• Oversee project delivery and cross-functional collaboration with internal teams, agencies, and project management partners.
• Manage creative production, agency scopes of work, staffing models, talent renewals, and project-based cost negotiations.
• Coordinate agency performance evaluations, resolve agency conflicts, and advise brand teams on staffing concerns.
• Support financial coordinators and brand marketing teams with budget tracking, reporting, and compliance.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in marketing programs across multiple platforms on the agency or client side.
• Client-facing and agency experience with a deep understanding of marketing processes, agency deliverables, and budget management.
• Strong operations and project management experience across complex organizations in a leadership role.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, teams, projects, and external partners under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must already be authorized to work in the United States; relocation support is not available.

Nice to have

• Experience in marketing and operations management.
• Strong agency management experience.
• Self-motivation and willingness to expand professional knowledge.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work model with remote work and in-person collaboration.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan.
• Target bonus eligibility in addition to base pay.
• Inclusive workplace centered on safety, mutual respect, human dignity, and equal opportunity.

Hiring process

• Complete the online application process.
• A recruiting team member reviews the application and follows up with selected candidates.
• Pre-screening may include drug screening, background checks, and DMV checks.