Associate Program Manager

Calling ALL Early Career Professionals who have graduated in 2024 or will graduate by June 2025!

If you’re ready to kick off your career with impact and purpose, we’d love to meet you!

The Opportunity 

We're seeking a dynamic and growth-minded early career talent to join us in the role of a Project Manager titled as Associate Program Manager to support and drive critical initiatives across Momentum Strategy & Operations. You'll play a key role in our team, collaborating closely with other incredible and talented individuals. You’ll help drive high-priority projects across our portfolio companies, contribute to systems and process improvements, and build strong cross-functional relationships to help drive strategic decision-making. You’ll contribute to key operations initiatives, acting as a project manager, including streamlining workflows, supporting vendor and contract analysis, and bringing clarity and structure to complex, often ambiguous, business needs, in a collaborative, innovative environment and be part of our mission to enable, accelerate, and empower our partners at Momentum companies, allowing them to deliver best-in-class solutions for their customers. Ready to join our team? 

Join us in this full-time role, based in our Dallas Office at the Link: 2601 Olive Street, Dallas, TX. Be part of a vibrant community where amazing people, data & insights, and perpetual innovation converge to shape the future of digital commerce!

About This Role at Momentum

As a member of our Strategy & Operations team at Momentum, your days will be dynamic and filled with opportunities to contribute to our mission. Here's a glimpse into what your overall responsibilities might look like:

• Start your day by organizing and prioritizing multiple high-impact projects across 4+ portfolio companies, continuously looking for ways to innovate and reduce time to complete key tasks.
• Drive and organize project initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide input and insight on business needs, often tackling ambiguous or never-been-done-before projects with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Join a team sync or strategy session to align on progress, share updates, and contribute to the momentum of our Strategy & Operations team.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, building and maintaining strong relationships to help drive cross-functional initiatives forward.
• Implement strategies and workflows, utilizing your skills to craft clear, concise communications that support decision-making and project advancement.
• Work closely with our partners at Momentum companies, supporting strategic initiatives across Business Operations, Business Systems, and Procurement.
• Dedicate time to learning about systems integration, setup, and maintenance, identifying opportunities to streamline processes and document key workflows.
• Attend meetings or reviews focused on vendor management and spend analysis, using your attention to detail to analyze contracts, invoices, and expenses—and recommend ways to optimize vendor relationships and costs.
• Plan for upcoming business operations initiatives, collaborating with your team to align on goals and make a measurable impact across the organization.

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a Bachelor's degree ideally in Business, Marketing, Economics, Finance or a related field.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to navigate ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, and contribute to fast-paced, high-impact business environments.
• Has a track record of leadership and initiative—whether through school projects, extracurriculars, internships, or self-directed learning.
• Brings analytical and problem-solving skills, with great attention to detail and a drive for accuracy—even in repetitive or evolving tasks.
• Builds relationships and collaborates well with others, showing strong interpersonal and teamwork capabilities across different functions.
• Approaches work with empathy, flexibility, and agility, and thrives when adapting to shifting business needs or project scopes.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, with the ability to craft concise messages that support decision-making and alignment.
• Is proficient in Excel and PowerPoint. Exposure to tools like SQL, Python, R, Tableau, PowerBI, Looker Studio, Boomi, or Alteryx is a plus, but not required.
• Demonstrates knowledge in project management tools, have taken certification or courses related to the field or agile methodologies.
• Understands basic financial principles and accounting concepts, with interest or experience in data analysis.
• Is genuinely passionate about business strategy, solving complex challenges, project roadmaps, and contributing to meaningful growth across a dynamic organization.

When considering experience for this role, we typically find a great fit with candidates who have recently completed a degree (ideally Spring 2024 graduates or those graduating by June 2025) with relevant internship or project-based experience. Additionally, experience in a holding company and/or in a fast-paced start-up environment is a definite plus.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at Momentum

At Momentum, our commitment to change for the better is reflected in our dedication to fostering a culture of belonging, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize diversity and inclusion as key components of our company's success and growth. Recognizing the ongoing journey ahead, we are determined to make lasting impacts through the collective efforts of our Leadership team, People & Culture team, and every employee.

Momentum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of characteristics protected by law. These include, but are not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, color, ancestry, and Veteran status. We actively seek qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, with no consideration of criminal histories, in alignment with applicable legal requirements.

Should a reasonable accommodation be necessary for the application process and beyond, we are eager to review and provide reasonable accommodations as needed, in compliance with applicable laws.

Total Rewards

At Momentum, we prioritize the well-being of the whole individual. We are committed to supporting our people in every moment that matters on their journey with us! We are pleased to offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to provide protection, peace of mind, and a focus on overall well-being while helping our people plan for the future.

The base salary range for this position may vary based on location. Actual compensation will be determined by role, level, and location, considering additional factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. For roles eligible for remote work, the base salary is tailored to the designated work location. In addition to the base salary, candidates may be eligible to receive a discretionary annual bonus, determined based on both the company's business performance and individual contributions. The People & Culture team will provide specific details during the hiring process.

We take pride in offering a comprehensive benefits package for our full-time employees, encompassing healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with an employer match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and various paid holidays, among other perks.

Our workplace offers opportunities for involvement in a wide range of challenging and impactful projects, across diverse industries and business models, fostering career advancement and development within our growing  organization. The culture is highly collaborative and supportive, contributing to a fulfilling professional journey.

Note on Confidentiality

Any personal data collected during the application process will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and privacy.