Sr. Staff Program Manager, Go-to-market

About RivianRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role SummaryWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Go-to-Market Program Manager to lead and coordinate the successful launches of Rivian products such as new vehicle variants, options, model year updates, special editions, and other initiatives. In this role, you will work cross-functionally with teams across our website, software, marketing, communications, sales, and product development, and training to ensure all aspects of the launch are seamlessly executed. This is faced paced and dynamic environment, success means navigating ambiguity, managing complexity, and operating autonomously. This role sits within the Product Strategy team and will work alongside product managers for our vehicle lines and digital products within the commercial organization. ResponsibilitiesProgram Management: Develop, lead, and coordinate the end-to-end go-to-market process for product launches. Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables. Cross-functional Coordination: Collaborate with teams across digital marketing, communications, product management, sales, and training to align on launch strategies, messaging, and execution.Launch Execution: Ensure all departments are synchronized for the launch, from the development of marketing materials and digital assets to the coordination of dealership sales tools and training for staff.Identify and raise necessary escalations. Data and Reporting:Identify KPI’s for each launch, gather data from teams, and generate reports to assess the success and suggested improvements. Continuous Improvement: Implement best practices in program management and post-launch evaluations to enhance future launches and streamline processes.Qualifications7+ years of program management experience, preferably in the automotive or a related consumer facing  Experience coordinating managing large-scale product launches is highly desirable. Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, engineering, or a related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree is a plus.Strong project management tools experience and proficiency in data analysis. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse teams and executives.Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a focus on delivering high-quality results on time.Pay DisclosureSalary Range for Palo Alto, CA Based Applicants: $159,200-199,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.Equal OpportunityRivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.Candidate Data PrivacyRivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.  Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.Job type: FULL TIMECategories: Growth & Strategy