Account Executive Agency

Advantage Sales & Marketing dba Advantage Solutions•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Account Executive Agency At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a high energy Account Executive to serve as the agency liaison with the client to ensure that the client’s needs and objectives are achieved through execution of strategically grounded marketing programs. Primary role is development, implementation, financial management and post-analysis of promotional programs in conjunction with the client and/or customer personnel. A successful Account Executive will deliver measurable results to the client for their brands through flawless program management. Additionally, they must be able to collaborate effectively to deliver on mutual client and retailer objectives. Results will be obtained through effective communication and superior follow-up with the client, customer, internal agency and all third-party vendors. 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! Responsibilities The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today. Position Summary The Account Executive serves as the agency liaison with the client to ensure that the client’s needs and objectives are achieved through execution of strategically grounded marketing programs. Primary role is development, implementation, financial management and post-analysis of promotional programs in conjunction with client and/or customer personnel. A successful Account Executive will deliver measurable results to the client for their brands through flawless program management. Additionally, they must be able to collaborate effectively to deliver on mutual client and retailer objectives. Results will be obtained through effective communication and superior follow-up with the client, customer, internal agency and all third party vendors. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Primary Job Responsibilities – Personal Accountability Perform project management duties including: program tracking, timeline development and management, budget management and reconciliation, post-promotional analyses, and internal and external reporting Interface with the client on a regular basis to plan and manage programs and events; the amount of interaction with the client will be prescribed by the needs of the specific client service team and client relationship Develop effective client and retailer relationships to facilitate communication and execution with internal departments, including creative and production, to ensure that client deliverables are successfully achieved Determine project components based on objectives, including concept, event, tactics, associated costs and identify third party vendors who offer those services Research, negotiate, and plan with third party vendors and organizations, based upon scope of tactical execution plan, to deliver flawless execution Often necessitates securing of a minimum of three (3) third party quotes to secure best rate for service provided Collaborate with company’s sales force, broker organization and/or marketing team throughout program development, execution, and post analysis Build and own complete understanding of managed brands/retailers Other related duties as assigned. Primary Job Responsibilities – Cross-Functional Accountability Responsible for managing the creative development process and ensuring all concept, graphic design and copy elements are completed with the appropriate communication priorities and client approvals Support agency partners with coordination of deliverables and updates Communicate and interact effectively with agency team members in all departments and/or clients to deliver timely information and reports Other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Marketing is required
1-2 years of experience in a consumer product, brand or agency
Ability to build and own a complete understanding of managed brands/retailers
Excellent written communication and verbal communication skills
Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
Creative thinker and self-starter who is able to multitask
Strong organization, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines
Ability to make oral presentations
Team building Skills
Good interpersonal skills
Flexible and adaptable, able to change and alter according to changes in projects or business environment
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers

Responsibilities

Program tracking, timeline development and management, budget management and reconciliation, post-promotional analyses, and internal and external reporting.
Develop effective client and retailer relationships to facilitate communication and execution with internal departments, including creative and production, to ensure that client deliverable is successfully achieved.
Research, negotiate and plan with third-party vendors and organizations.
Responsible for managing the creative development process and ensuring all concept, graphic design, and copy elements are completed with the appropriate communication priorities and client approvals.
Support agency partners with coordination of deliverables and updates.
Communicate and interact effectively with agency team members in all departments and/or clients to deliver timely information and reports.
Perform project management duties including: program tracking, timeline development and management, budget management and reconciliation, post-promotional analyses, and internal and external reporting
Interface with the client on a regular basis to plan and manage programs and events; the amount of interaction with the client will be prescribed by the needs of the specific client service team and client relationship
Develop effective client and retailer relationships to facilitate communication and execution with internal departments, including creative and production, to ensure that client deliverables are successfully achieved
Determine project components based on objectives, including concept, event, tactics, associated costs and identify third party vendors who offer those services
Research, negotiate, and plan with third party vendors and organizations, based upon scope of tactical execution plan, to deliver flawless execution
Often necessitates securing of a minimum of three (3) third party quotes to secure best rate for service provided
Collaborate with company’s sales force, broker organization and/or marketing team throughout program development, execution, and post analysis
Build and own complete understanding of managed brands/retailers
Responsible for managing the creative development process and ensuring all concept, graphic design and copy elements are completed with the appropriate communication priorities and client approvals
Support agency partners with coordination of deliverables and updates
Communicate and interact effectively with agency team members in all departments and/or clients to deliver timely information and reports