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Program Manager - CUAS

Portland, OR · On-site

$135K/yr

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How much do international program manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for international program manager in Portland, OR is $113,962.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,300.00 and $140,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an international program manager do?

An International Program Manager oversees and coordinates projects across multiple countries, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and local regulations. They manage budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communications while addressing cultural and logistical challenges. Their role often involves strategic planning, risk management, and collaboration with global teams to drive successful program execution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an international program manager?

To thrive as an International Program Manager, you need strong project management skills, cross-cultural expertise, and a background in international relations or business, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with project management software (such as MS Project or Asana), budget tracking tools, and certifications like PMP or PRINCE2 are commonly required. Exceptional communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate global teams and navigate complex international environments. These abilities are crucial for successfully managing international projects, ensuring compliance, and achieving strategic objectives across diverse regions.

What are some typical challenges international program managers face when coordinating projects across multiple countries?

International Program Managers often encounter challenges related to time zone differences, language barriers, and varying cultural expectations, all of which can complicate coordination and communication. They must navigate diverse regulatory environments, manage international budgets, and ensure alignment among stakeholders with differing priorities. To overcome these obstacles, successful managers rely on strong organizational skills, effective cross-cultural communication, and a deep understanding of each region's unique requirements. Being proactive and adaptable is key to keeping projects on track and maintaining positive relationships across global teams.

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Infographic showing various International Program Manager job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,539 per year, or $54.6 per hour.

International Marketing Program Manager

Portland, OR • On-site

Columbia Sportswear Company
Apparel and Accessories Stores • 5 - 10K employees
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Job description

This position is designated as a hybrid role based out of our headquarters near Portland, Oregon. The current expectation is for employees to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs. This in-office requirement may be adjusted at the discretion of the company.
The International Marketing Program Manager is the link between the international regional marketing teams, the global marketing team and the Director of International Marketing, ensuring clear, timely, and effective communication between all teams. The position will support consolidating diverse regional considerations into actionable updates, reports, and presentations to support implementation of seasonal marketing plans. This role will establish operational excellence through building and refining scalable processes across the go-to-market process, budgeting, production, execution, and reporting, while continuously identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and establish best practices. This position will also act as a cross-functional project lead, managing various projects from briefing through execution, coordinating timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communication across global and regional teams.
Additionally, the position serves as the proxy for the Director of International Marketing, ensuring continuity in communication, preparing materials for executive visibility, and supporting both strategic priorities and administrative needs. Ultimately, this role amplifies organizational effectiveness by enabling regional teams to operate efficiently, remain aligned with global strategy, and execute with speed, clarity, and consistency.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
  • Communication Conduit Between Regional & HQ Marketing Teams
    • Support communication on timely projects and needs between Regional and HQ Marketing teams, including Product Marketing, ISM, Creative, Special Projects
    • Consolidate and prepare on-going regional updates, decks, and written
    • communications that simplify complex and cross-region information
    • Ensure teams have the right information, tools, and context to execute seasonal marketing plans effectively and on time
    • Respond quickly and calmly to last-minute requests from international teams, helping unblock issues and find solutions
    • Balance planned work with urgent requests, maintaining attention to detail and impact on adjustments to timelines and workflows
  • Process Development & Operational Excellence
    • Build and refine repeatable processes in alignment with GTM, including planning, calendars, budgets, production, execution, reporting
    • On-going improvement through identifying gaps and inefficiencies in ways of working and propose practical/value add solutions
    • Document and establish best-practices for workflows specific to creative development, visibility and approvals
    • Compile and analyze inputs, including regional feedback, execution status, campaign performance and marketplace insights
    • Create clear reports and readouts to support decision-making and prioritization
  • Cross-Functional Project Management
    • Lead cross-functional projects on behalf of INTL regions from briefing to kickoff through execution, including partnership with Regional Marketing Teams, Product Marketing, ISM, Creative, NA Marketing, Performance Marketing, and Finance
    • Manage communication, timelines and deliverables, to keep projects moving forward and all stakeholders informed
    • Support campaign rollouts and regional activations with clear expectations from start to finish
  • Leadership Support
    • Serve as a trusted partner and proxy to INTL Marketing Director, sitting in on meetings to ensure no lapse in representation and communication
    • Assist in preparation of materials for leadership, driving constant visibility and updates on what is taking place in regions
    • Support additional administrative requests when needed

YOU ARE
  • Experienced in project management, ranging from small tasks to major marketing initiatives.
  • A proven communicator, able to deliver clear and timely communication to an international audience.
  • A multitasking extraordinaire, proficient in prioritization, balancing multiple projects at a time with high attention to detail and organization.
  • An adept collaborator with high interpersonal and executive functioning skills
  • Proactive and assertive in follow through with strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent team building skills and techniques to lead projects from inception through successful implementations.

YOU HAVE
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Operations, Project Management or related field, or work experience equivalent to a degree.
  • 5+ years experience in progressively responsible positions providing management support by analyzing business processes, evolving communication standards, and streamlining project management.
  • International marketing experience preferred.
  • Ability to create and implement strategic decision making and providing guidance to a diverse group of international partners.

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This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.
At Columbia Sportswear Company, we're proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family's financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.
If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.

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Columbia Sportswear Company and our portfolio of brands, including Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear and prAna, know a thing or two about adventures. After all, we've been on one since 1938, working to perfect the art of enjoying the outdoors. Behind everything we make is an employee who's found that the greatest adventure starts with joining a company that strives to do the right thing.

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Apparel and accessories stores

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Portland, OR, US

Year founded

1938

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