<p>We are looking for an accomplished Director/Manager of Media & Vendor Relations to join a growing franchise-based organization in Irvine, California in a Contract position. This role offers the chance to shape both broad and market-specific advertising efforts while guiding a small marketing team and collaborating with external agency partners. The ideal candidate brings strong paid media expertise, sound operational judgment, and the ability to translate performance insights into practical recommendations for a multi-location business.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct integrated paid media initiatives across search, social, and other digital channels for national campaigns as well as localized market programs.</p><p>• Supervise, coach, and support a team of four marketing professionals to strengthen execution, accountability, and development.</p><p>• Work closely with agency partners to review results, refine campaign direction, and improve overall marketing effectiveness.</p><p>• Interpret campaign data and reporting trends to identify opportunities and advise stakeholders on optimization strategies.</p><p>• Strengthen marketing operations by assessing external vendor performance and recommending improvements where needed.</p><p>• Contribute to the development of measurement frameworks and attribution approaches that support smarter decision-making.</p><p>• Evaluate prospective agency or vendor relationships and help identify scalable solutions for the broader marketing function.</p><p>• Partner with franchise and cross-functional stakeholders to align advertising activity with business goals across multiple locations.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee various aspects of operations and project management for our organization based in Long Beach, California. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in process improvement, financial oversight, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the seamless execution of operational and asset management initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker who can lead projects, streamline procedures, and support the organization's mission through effective management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the development and execution of operational strategies to improve efficiency and align with organizational goals.<br>• Oversee multi-phase projects, including housing development and renovation initiatives, ensuring timely completion within budget.<br>• Collaborate closely with finance teams to manage budgets, track financial performance, and ensure fiscal accountability.<br>• Analyze and redesign processes to optimize workflows and enhance operational effectiveness.<br>• Implement and manage technology solutions, such as property management or resident-service platforms, to support organizational needs.<br>• Develop and enforce policies, procedures, and standards to maintain compliance and operational excellence.<br>• Foster communication and collaboration across departments, working with leadership teams to ensure alignment and information sharing.<br>• Support grant management and fundraising efforts by contributing to operational planning and execution.<br>• Provide leadership and mentorship to teams, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.<br>• Monitor and report on key performance indicators to evaluate operational success and identify areas for improvement.