Senior Account Executive, Retail Consultancy

Senior Account ExecutiveInformed by data, our passionate team strives to deliver Hero Moments for our clients' brands in the final mile of the retail customer journey. We're looking for a Senior Account Executive to work on project management and activation of a major CPG client's shopper marketing programs through regional grocery retailers, as well as maintain and manage key brand/retailer initiatives. This is not a sales role. Candidates must reside in a commutable distance from our Rogers, Chicago or Minneapolis office for a hybrid work schedule.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Maintain productive interaction with support departments (i.e., answer questions/provide direction) to keep projects moving forwardLead, compile and author recapsDevelop knowledge of assigned brand or retailer brand positioning(s), short and long term goals, consumer/shopper targets and marketing strategiesTactically support programs (development of timelines, trafficking and review of materials, estimation of costs, etc.)Independently manage projects effectively from start to finishManage budgets, completing programs within estimated hours and costsManage electronic job jackets/billing informationDevelop your proficiency across all Mars internal workflow and financial management systemsWork effectively and efficiently with various internal departmentsMaintain and update team reports, including weekly status, marketplace assessments, etc.All other duties as assigned by ManagerSKILL SETS REQUIRED:Bachelor's degree in advertising, marketing, business or related fieldMinimum of 3 years of shopper marketing or advertising experience, preferably agency experience in retailer promotionsStrong computer skills and proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPointAbility to manage time, adhere to strict timelines and work well under pressureDetail orientation and ability to multitask across fluid workloadDependability in execution of work and as member of assigned teamEnthusiastic, "can do" attitude in accepting work
ew challengesDesire to learn all aspects of the Shopper Marketing disciplineEffective interpersonal skills working well across functionsConscientious work ethicCompensation Range: USD $60,800.00 - USD $76,000.00/Annually.