The Planet Group is seeking an Account Manager to join one of our well-known global pharmaceutical clients.
Pay:
$35-40.44/hr depending on experience Location: Hybrid in Mettawa, IL (T-TR onsite)
Duration: 1 yearAccount Manager Responsibilities:
Serve as the liaison between the Ad Agency and their assigned accountsManage the day-to-day relationships across the AgencyWork in partnership with cross-functional teams, account leadership, creative staff and external resources/suppliersLead the production of digital assets, as well as strategic planning for cross-functional teams to meet their business objectivesProvide guidance to cross-functional teams for how best to implement digital projects including, but not limited to, interactive visual aids, emails, banner ads, websites, mobile applications, portals, etcRecommend digital tactics that align with the strategy and goals of the brandMaintain an intimate understanding of the Agency Workflow Process including project initiation and kickoff, collaboration, content creation/development, necessary approvals, production and archivingReview creative development throughout the project lifecycle to ensure specifications, client expectations, budgets, timelines, etc. are being adhered toWork cohesively with Agency team members to ensure best-in-class executionCollaborate effectively in a matrixed environment with assigned accounts, external agencies and consultants, Business Technology Solutions (BTS), Medical/Regulatory/Legal (MRL) Maintain knowledge of the client's guidelines including, but not limited to, branding, promotional material development, material review process, and corporate complianceLead, or assist in, the development of annual scope documents and annual forecastingAssist with “A” level projects and manage “B” and “C” level projects within assigned business groupAttend client meetings, serving as a key point of contact to ensure key information is quickly communicated to all stakeholders involvedFacilitate ongoing, timely and accurate communications to ensure all projects are completed on time and within budgetAct as the digital lead for assigned business groupManage or assist in the creation of project estimates and timelinesAssist with billing and ensure billing is completed on scheduleTrack time dailyPossess ability to work in a high-volume, rapidly paced environmentPartner with creative team and project manager on project initiativesAdhere to all company-wide financial policies
Account Manager Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required 3-6 years of ad agency account management experience requiredPharmaceutical industry and/or digital experience a plusExcellent communications skills: verbal, presentation, writtenHigh energy, positive, organized individual who is comfortable in a high-visibility roleAbility to manage high volume project scope in a fast-paced creative environmentGreat collaborator with ability to focus on the small detailsIn-depth understanding of digital tactical developmentWebsite experience is requiredFunctional knowledge of Digital marketing platformsIn-depth understanding of how to gather and document digital project requirementsDemonstrate critical creative thinking and problem-solving skillsDisplay clear and concise written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrate the ability to prioritize and multi-task to enhance productivity and manage workloadDemonstrate leadership in conflict resolution to facilitate effective outcomes #CDM
