Talent Programs Manager
Listed on 2026-01-27
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HR/Recruitment
Talent Manager
About Pronghorn
At Pronghorn, we are building a movement. Rooted in culture, innovation, and equity, we exist to create real pathways to success across the Spirits industry and beyond.
Whether you're behind the scenes or at the forefront of the brand, working at Pronghorn means stepping into purpose. We believe in bold ideas, relentless execution, and creating space for people to show up fully as themselves — and win.
Pronghorn Partner Collaboration (HQ)At Pronghorn, we leverage powerful partnerships to build pathways. We proudly collaborate with some of the biggest and most respected names in the Spirits industry to connect bold talent with bold brands.
Whether you’re supporting internal growth or contributing to a partner initiative, you’ll gain real-world exposure, strategic access, and unmatched insight into an industry that’s being reshaped in real time. Every role has the potential to intersect with our partner network — driving visibility, impact, and results that go far beyond the description.
About the roleThe Programs Manager will own the day-to-day execution of high-volume talent programs designed to move large numbers of candidates into and through the pipeline.
This role sits at the intersection of:
- Program Management (cohorts, events, development experiences)
- Talent Support (working closely with recruiting and talent teams)
- Partnerships & Market Relationships (schools, organizations, associations)
You’re the person who makes sure the ideas become reality: applications go live, cohorts feel organized, partners are engaged, and candidates have a clear,
development-focused experience from first touch to program completion.
Support end-to-end delivery of high-volume talent and professional development programs (internships, fellowships, training series, talent prep, etc.).
Coordinate timelines, milestones, communications, and deliverables for each cohort.
Manage logistics for development sessions
: applications, info sessions, workshops, coaching days, and program wrap-ups.
Ensure each cohort has a clear structure, learning outcomes, and communication plan.
Work hand-in-hand with the Talent & Programs Director and recruiting team on strategic talent initiatives.
Align program timelines with recruiting cycles and partner hiring needs.
Support candidate flow as needed (e.g., scheduling, workshop invites, follow-ups, interview coordination).
Help translate program completion into pipeline readiness (participants leaving with skills, awareness, and next steps).
Build and nurture relationships with schools, community organizations, associations, and affinity groups that align with program and talent goals.
Coordinate outreach to career services, student orgs, and professional networks to drive applications and attendance at development programs.
Represent the programs in external meetings, info sessions, and occasional events.
Maintain a simple partner/contact list and outreach tracker.
Own the overall participant experience—from onboarding through completion—ensuring clear expectations and meaningful engagement.
Maintain program materials (agendas, decks, guides, FAQs, reflection forms) for career readiness and professional development topics
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Coordinate facilitators, speakers, and partners for panels, workshops, and training sessions.
Work with creative/marketing partners to ensure program assets are up-to-date and on-brand.
Track key program metrics: applications, attendance, completions, and basic conversion indicators.
Provide regular updates to the Talent & Programs Director on program health, risks, and wins.
Gather feedback from participants and partners and propose improvements to content, flow, and experience.
- 3–5+ years of experience in program management, workforce development, learning & development, or similar roles.
- Experience working with or alongside talent/recruiting teams on initiatives, events, or pipelines.
- Proven experience supporting high-volume programs (education,…
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