Vice President, Business Solutions (Temp)
About The Position
The Vice President, Business Solutions guides the Business Solutions team in delivering industry-leading service across marketing, consumer and channel insights, channel planning, media buying and analysis, and account stewardship. The role applies knowledge of traditional and emerging media platforms and strategies to support comprehensive marketing plans and develops and implements best practices across the team. The VP builds trusted relationships with clients, media partners, partner agencies, and internal departments; oversees team development through project management and the use of agency tools and resources; and advocates for the agency and clients’ brands within the industry. The position’s stated focus areas are client relations (40%), strategic leadership (30%), team development (20%), and stewardship (10%).
Requirements
- At least 10 years of experience developing strategic media recommendations.
- Strong leadership skills and experience developing a team of media professionals.
- Experience in a client relationship management role.
- Familiarity with marketing principles, problem solving, and analytics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong presentation skills.
- Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and present regularly to clients.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- People management skills and confidence navigating conversations with senior leadership.
- Support for and advocacy of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Responsibilities
- Advance client relationships by maintaining positive rapport and building trust.
- Lead the Business Solutions team’s understanding of clients’ businesses and motivations or needs.
- Collaborate with the Managing Director on strategic marketing approaches and translate client goals for the Business Solutions team, activation teams, and media partners.
- Seek new media solutions to meet client goals and evaluate client business health using relevant metrics, including ROI and A/S.
- Use Horizon resources and tools and collaborate with partner agencies to offer holistic business solutions.
- Develop team members through media principles, performance reviews, and guidance on deliverables and career development.
- Develop internal and external processes and workflows for timely delivery.
- Oversee client contracts and staffing needs.
- Oversee Brand Team members to ensure consistent, high-quality client deliverables.
- Ensure Activation Team deliverables align with media strategy and that teams understand the client’s business.
- Coach team members, set career development goals, and manage performance reviews.
- Lead interviews for new candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
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