Advantage Solutions
Overview
Account Director - Agency At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a highly talented Account Director to function as the main client relationship manager of Agency consumer promotion and shopper marketing program deliverables within multiple categories or retail channels. The primary role of this position is to provide thought leadership and act as the face of the Agency to the senior-level sales/marketing team during conceptual development, communication design, execution and analysis of programs. A successful Account Director will focus on the financial health of the client, organic business development, effective and efficient program management of the Agency team, and results that are in concert with client and retailer initiatives. Proficiency in conceptual selling and consulting will be defined by effective written and oral communication skills with clients, customers, and agency partners. Take this opportunity to join North America's leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Apply today! What we offer Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life) 401(k) with company match Training and Career Development Generous Paid Time-Off
Responsibilities
Demonstrate product category or retail channel ownership with Marketing and Sales client base. Cultivate strong relationships with client trade, sales and marketing teams, including 3rd party agencies as required, to harmonize cross-functional client communications. Oversee proposals and program presentations for effective and efficient resources to meet the client goals and agency revenue targets. Identify new business opportunities within existing clients as well as with extended client base. Serve as financial relationship owner for cross-agency team departments and/or clients to deliver timely client decisions and approvals. Activate assignments and encourage partnership with Planning team members to develop category, channel, customer and competitive brand marketplace insights, identify most value consumer targets, communication strategy, innovation opportunities, promotion program objectives, strategies and tactical recommendations for programs, leveraging key consumer/shopper insights that drive behavior change.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required; MBA Degree or equivalent job-related experience preferred in Marketing or Public Relations. 6-8 years of experience in a supervisory/managerial role in an agency, CPG, or brand management, including experience in shopper marketing. Ability to make oral presentations, team-building skills, and excellent customer service orientation. Flexible and adaptable, able to change and adapt according to changes in projects or business environment. Track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships.
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled Additional Job Details
Position Summary: The Account Director functions as the main client relationship manager of Agency consumer promotion and shopper marketing program deliverables within multiple categories or retail channels. Primary role is to provide thought leadership as the face of the Agency to the senior-level sales/marketing team during the conceptual development, communication design, execution and analysis of programs. A successful Account Director will focus on financial health of the client, organic business development, effective and efficient program management of the Agency team and results that are in concert with client and retailer initiatives. Proficiency in conceptual selling and consulting will be defined by effective written and oral communication skills with clients, customers, and agency partners. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities include Personal Accountability, Cross-Functional Accountability, Supervisory Responsibilities, Travel Requirements, Minimum Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities, Environmental Requirements, and Company Information. See detailed sections within the job description for specifics. Important Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other category protected by law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Account Director - Agency At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a highly talented Account Director to function as the main client relationship manager of Agency consumer promotion and shopper marketing program deliverables within multiple categories or retail channels. The primary role of this position is to provide thought leadership and act as the face of the Agency to the senior-level sales/marketing team during conceptual development, communication design, execution and analysis of programs. A successful Account Director will focus on the financial health of the client, organic business development, effective and efficient program management of the Agency team, and results that are in concert with client and retailer initiatives. Proficiency in conceptual selling and consulting will be defined by effective written and oral communication skills with clients, customers, and agency partners. Take this opportunity to join North America's leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Apply today! What we offer Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life) 401(k) with company match Training and Career Development Generous Paid Time-Off
Responsibilities
Demonstrate product category or retail channel ownership with Marketing and Sales client base. Cultivate strong relationships with client trade, sales and marketing teams, including 3rd party agencies as required, to harmonize cross-functional client communications. Oversee proposals and program presentations for effective and efficient resources to meet the client goals and agency revenue targets. Identify new business opportunities within existing clients as well as with extended client base. Serve as financial relationship owner for cross-agency team departments and/or clients to deliver timely client decisions and approvals. Activate assignments and encourage partnership with Planning team members to develop category, channel, customer and competitive brand marketplace insights, identify most value consumer targets, communication strategy, innovation opportunities, promotion program objectives, strategies and tactical recommendations for programs, leveraging key consumer/shopper insights that drive behavior change.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required; MBA Degree or equivalent job-related experience preferred in Marketing or Public Relations. 6-8 years of experience in a supervisory/managerial role in an agency, CPG, or brand management, including experience in shopper marketing. Ability to make oral presentations, team-building skills, and excellent customer service orientation. Flexible and adaptable, able to change and adapt according to changes in projects or business environment. Track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships.
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled Additional Job Details
Position Summary: The Account Director functions as the main client relationship manager of Agency consumer promotion and shopper marketing program deliverables within multiple categories or retail channels. Primary role is to provide thought leadership as the face of the Agency to the senior-level sales/marketing team during the conceptual development, communication design, execution and analysis of programs. A successful Account Director will focus on financial health of the client, organic business development, effective and efficient program management of the Agency team and results that are in concert with client and retailer initiatives. Proficiency in conceptual selling and consulting will be defined by effective written and oral communication skills with clients, customers, and agency partners. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities include Personal Accountability, Cross-Functional Accountability, Supervisory Responsibilities, Travel Requirements, Minimum Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities, Environmental Requirements, and Company Information. See detailed sections within the job description for specifics. Important Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other category protected by law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law. #J-18808-Ljbffr