Program Manager (Non-IT) IV

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that connects professionals with top opportunities at the nation’s leading brands. We are currently looking for a Program Manager (Non-IT) IV to join a leading global e-commerce company in San Jose, CA. This is a dynamic, 6-month contract role with potential for extension.

As a Program Manager (Non-IT) IV, you will be part of the Operations & PMO team, driving high-impact technical SEO initiatives for large-scale e-commerce websites. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and make a measurable impact on a global brand’s digital presence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive technical SEO audits to enhance crawl efficiency, indexation, and organic search visibility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, and content) to integrate SEO best practices into site architecture and product development.
• Analyze large-scale data sets using tools like Excel, Google Sheets, SQL, and Python to identify trends and SEO opportunities.
• Optimize structured data, indexing, canonicalization, internal linking, and internationalization (Hreflang) for better search performance.
• Drive scalable strategies for Core Web Vitals, XML sitemaps, and mobile SEO optimization.
• Leverage enterprise tools and in-house technology to monitor and resolve technical SEO issues.
• Stay up to date with SEO industry trends and algorithm changes, proactively adjusting strategies to ensure success.

Key Requirements:

• 6+ years of hands-on technical SEO experience, preferably with enterprise-level e-commerce sites.
• Proficiency with tools like Screaming Frog, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Google Search Console, and Chrome DevTools.
• Expertise in structured data, crawling optimization, indexing audits, and robots.txt directives.
• Strong skills in SQL and Python (intermediate level) for data analysis and workflow automation.
• Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks from an SEO perspective.
• Ability to work independently on multiple workflows while effectively communicating findings to stakeholders.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefits
• eLearning & Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development Opportunities

To qualify for our benefits package, candidates must work over 30 hours per week, and the assignment must be at least 10 weeks long.

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to contribute your expertise to a leading global brand, apply now! Our team at Onward Search will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

Application Deadline: 2/7/2025

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.