Senior Shopper Marketing Project Lead

Company Description Mars United Commerce is a global commerce marketing practice that aligns people, technology, and intelligence to make the business of our clients better today than it was yesterday. Our worldwide capabilities coalesce into four key disciplines – Strategy & Analytics, Content & Experiences, Digital Commerce, and Retail Consultancy – that individually deliver unmatched results for clients and collectively give them an unparalleled network of seamlessly integrated functions across the entire commerce marketing ecosystem. These disciplines are powered by our industry‑leading technology platform, Marilyn, which helps marketers understand the total business impact of their commerce marketing activation, enabling them to make better decisions, create connected experiences, and drive stronger, measurable results. Job Description We are seeking a Senior Account Executive. The Senior Account Executive supports the Director and Manager with all retailer project execution including asset management, systems updates, internal communications, meeting coordination/scheduling, meeting recaps, vendor communications, budget/finance support and retailer audits. The Senior Account Executive responsibilities are inclusive of execution for managed service (including RFP facilitation as requested) and self‑service (for on and off‑site display) campaigns. Additionally, they support AdOps/tagging ensuring that the Ad Ops Specialist is fully briefed and reporting in the required manner for the retailer. They support and execute budget management, campaign performance monitoring and recaps, and manage advertiser portfolios. The Senior Account Executive owns billing and Marilyn data management duties. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage and build productive relationships and communications with cross‑functional teams (i.e., answer questions/provide direction) to keep projects moving forward Compile, author, and distribute meeting or project recaps Develop knowledge of assigned brand or retailer brand positioning(s), understanding competitors, short and long‑term goals, consumer/shopper targets, and marketing strategies Tactically support programs (development of timelines, trafficking and review of materials, estimation of costs, etc.) including briefing of AdOps and tagging support Manage and support projects effectively from start to finish Support budget management ensuring program estimates and actuals are managed to hours and costs Manage electronic job jackets/billing information Develop proficiency across all Mars internal workflow and financial management systems Work effectively and efficiently with various internal departments Maintain and update team reports, including weekly status, marketplace assessments, etc. All other duties as assigned by Manager or Director SKILL SETS REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, business or related field Minimum of 3 years of shopper marketing, media or advertising experience, preferably agency experience in retailer promotions Strong computer skills and proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Ability to manage time, adhere to strict timelines and work well under pressure Detail orientation and ability to multitask across a fluid workload Proactive nature in the seeking of work and responsibility Dependability in execution of work and as member of assigned team Enthusiastic, “can do” attitude in accepting work and new challenges Desire to learn all aspects of the Shopper Marketing discipline Effective interpersonal skills working well across functions Conscientious work ethic Additional Information The power of one starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources. Our best‑in‑class wellness and benefits offerings include: Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more Monetary assistance and support for adoption, surrogacy, and fertility Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption Employee Assistance Programs and health, wellness, and comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance Tuition assistance Paid time off that includes flexible time off, vacation, annual sick days, volunteer days, holiday and identity days, and more Matching gift programs Flexible working arrangements “Work Your World” program encouraging employees to work from anywhere; Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year based upon eligibility Business resource groups that support multiple affinities and alliances The benefits offerings listed are available to eligible U.S. based employees, are reviewed on an annual basis, and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents. We also offer medical and voluntary benefits to our freelancers and temporary employees. Voluntary benefit options include supplemental medical insurance, transportation, and parking benefits, legal benefits, pet insurance, and auto and home insurance. You must be actively employed for 90 consecutive calendar days to be eligible for Publicis medical and voluntary benefits. You will also be eligible to participate in the Publicis 401(k) plan after completing 1,000 work hours in a consecutive 12‑month period. Mars United Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process, let us know. Compensation Range: $60,800 – $76,000 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third‑party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be July 31, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr