Associate Program Manager, Early Talent Recruiting & Relations

About Us 

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,300+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.  

Are you ready to be part of something new and exciting? Our Early Talent function is in build mode, fast moving, dynamic, and full of opportunities to create and shape programs from the ground up. This role offers hands-on experience, requiring adaptability, creativity, and a willingness to jump in and help refine and scale our initiatives. With a lean approach and a strong focus on collaboration, success in this role comes from working across teams, building relationships, and driving shared goals. If you enjoy problem solving, learning on the go, and being part of a fast-evolving environment, you will thrive here.

The real opportunity? Joining a hyper growth team at an early stage, gaining valuable experience in program development, and chance to grow your career while making a meaningful impact. If you are excited by the idea of learning, collaborating, and shaping the future of Early Talent at SharkNinja, this role is for you!

The Early Talent Recruiting & Relations, Associate Program Manager reporting to the Regional Head of Talent Access (North America), will play a key role in positioning SharkNinja as an employer of choice by building a best-in-class recruiting program for Early Career Talent across the organization. This associate will serve as a trusted advisor and partner with Talent Access, HR Business Partners, and Business Leaders across the organization to understand hiring needs, identify diverse sources of talent, and become a subject matter expert on matters related to University Relations.

What success looks like in this role:

• Desire to function Initially as an individual contributor to own the success of the Early Talent program with an eye towards building a team to support the future growth of the program.
• An excitement to work with Executive-level referrals providing a high-touch 5 Star candidate experience.
• Eagerness to drive communication & collaboration with key business stakeholders (Executives, HRBPs, Employer Brand) to ensure the health of the Early Talent Program.
• Ability to influence decision makers with a solution-oriented approach and consistent accountability.
• A curious and courageous builder mindset, willing to roll up your sleeves to build an industry-leading Early Talent program.
• Embraces challenges and obstacles to success while keeping a long-term view towards the program goals.
• Comfortable challenging others and being challenged while maintaining a strong sense of collaboration.
• Enthused to delve into data & metrics to uncover trends and tell the story behind the data.

Desired experience:
• Proven experience in early talent recruiting & university relations, with a focus on early career programs.
• Familiarity with best practices in internship program design, recruitment, and talent management

•Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of experience working with hiring managers, talent acquisition partners, D&I partners, recruiters and leaders.
•Effective project management skills, with the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.
•Passion for developing early talent and creating positive learning experiences.
•Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and business needs in a fast-paced environment

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.  Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefini