Job Title: Program Manager
About Meraki Labs:
Meraki Labs is a bold new startup incubation centre founded by Mukesh Bansal, the visionary behind Myntra, Curefit, and Nurix AI. Focused on breakthrough ideas across technology, health, commerce, education, and AI, it’s where ambitious founders come to build world-changing companies.
With top-tier mentorship, product-first thinking, and a deep tech backbone, Meraki Labs turns early-stage startups into global contenders.
Its engineering powerhouse is led by Peeyush Ranjan — the mastermind behind Google Pay, former VP at Google, VP of Engineering at Airbnb, and CTO at Flipkart — bringing world-class scale and execution to every idea.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly strategic and analytical Program Manager to work closely with senior leadership. The ideal candidate should have 4-8 years of experience, a strong background in corporate strategy, data-driven decision-making, and a keen interest in program management. This is a high-ownership, high-trust role ideal for someone with strong problem-solving skills, deep business acumen, and the ability to operate at the intersection of planning, execution, and leadership support.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Execution:
- Partner with senior leadership to define and drive corporate strategy, OKRs, and key business initiatives.
- Conduct data-driven analysis to support decision-making, business planning, and operational efficiency.
- Monitor key business metrics and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborate closely with leaders across the portfolio to build clarity on priorities and execution pathways.
Program & Project Management:
- Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with business goals.
- Establish project governance frameworks, track milestones, and drive accountability.
- Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to optimize execution.
Executive Support & Stakeholder Management:
- Act as a thought partner to senior leadership, providing insights and recommendations.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and executive briefs for leadership discussions.
- Manage leadership priorities, ensuring alignment across teams and functions.
Data & Insights-Driven Decision Making:
- Leverage analytics to evaluate business performance and recommend growth strategies.
- Develop dashboards, reports, and models to track progress on key initiatives.
- Conduct research on industry trends, competitive analysis, and best practices.
Key Requirements:
- Experience: 4-8 years in Corporate Strategy, Business Consulting, or Program Management roles.
- Education: MBA from a reputed institution (preferred).
- Exceptional analytical, planning, and communication skills.
- Strong executive presence and ability to collaborate with senior leaders.
- Proven ability to thrive in high-ambiguity, high-stakes environments.
- A strong bias for action, ownership, and discretion in handling sensitive priorities.
