Program Manager – RISE Center

The Program Manager supports the UT Dallas Center for Retail Innovation and Strategy Excellence (RISE Center) by managing programs, events, partnerships, and administrative operations. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing Center activities while supporting the continued development and enhancement of programs and operational processes.

Serving as a primary liaison, the Program Manager engages with students, faculty, campus partners, sponsors, and external stakeholders. Key responsibilities include managing the annual conference, student competitions, National Retail Federation (NRF) student organization activities, group travel, and recurring programming such as workshops and lunch-and-learn sessions.

This position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate complex logistics, and support operational and administrative functions while exercising independent judgment in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The Program Manager also contributes to program development, operational planning, and the continuous improvement of RISE Center initiatives.