Mars United Commerce Powered by Marilyn is a global commerce company that delivers all the solutions clients need to grow their business today and tomorrow. Founded by the late Marilyn Barnett, we’ve become global leaders in four key commerce disciplines – Strategy & Analytics, Digital Commerce, Content & Experiences, and Retail Consultancy – that together form a United Commerce Ecosystem that provides all the expertise clients need to navigate the commerce marketing landscape. Our 800+ Martians across North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Asia exist to drive growth for our people, our clients, and our communities all across the globe.

We’re looking for an Associate Project Manager.This role requires 1 year of previous experience in advertising or marketing project management.Candidates must reside in a commutable distance to one of these Mars United Commerce's hub locations: Detroit or Chicago.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee agency operations for major CPG client
Independently lead the shopper marketing planning process with client and/or retailer to build customized programs for the defined retailer/brand (and participate in brand/retailer sell-in as client relationship allows)
Approach and manage partnership relationships with other manufacturers or properties
Oversee the implementation of client key projects
Demonstrate persuasive written and oral communication with clients, while building strong working relationships
Utilize advanced financial knowledge of agency P&L components and understanding of how agency resource utilization impacts their team’s overall profit performance
Prepare detailed post-program analysis that includes ROI, key learnings and future program recommendations
Present projects to senior management that positively impact client dynamics
Manage and develop lower level team members (as assigned by Director) including completing performance evaluations and reviews
Manage workflow and capacity across cross-functional teams
Work directly with other functions (Planning, Creative, Account Service, Channel, Finance, Production) and account executives to manage timing of agency deliverables
Take ownership of complex and high risk projects
Quality control and trouble-shoot issues
Training and mentorship of team
Internal systems expert
Assist in writing, implementing and training of new processes
Contribute to staffing plan

SKILL SETS REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, business, or related field
Minimum of 1 year of marketing or advertising experience, preferably agency experience in retailer promotions
Strategic thinking in the development of Shopper Marketing programs and management of day to day business
Sound decision-making skills based in agency, client, and industry knowledge Passion about business and not satisfied with status quo – always thinking of ways to improve/grow assigned client/business
Strong computer skills and proficiency in Word, Excel and Power Point
Ability to manage time, adhere to strict timelines and work well under pressure

Mars United Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, ancestry, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or handicap, HIV, veteran, marital or family status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable state and/or federal laws, except where a bonafide occupational qualification applies.

Mars United Commerce has developed a wide variety of inclusive benefit plans and policies that address and promote the needs of all employees and their family members, including comprehensive group health plans, a parental leave program that includes paid maternity and paternity benefits for pregnancy, adoption and surrogacy, flexible paid time off, a broad and confidential employee assistance program, ongoing wellness support initiatives, trusted financial health advice and guidance, promotion of education through tuition support and assistance, and a flexible and supportive work environment and culture.

The salary range for this role is $45,000- $50,000.

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