Senior Manager, Creative Services

Who We Are:At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!Principal Responsibilities:Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Creative Services team across design, content, production, project management, and agency strategy functions.Partner with marketing stakeholders to develop creative approaches, campaign concepts, digital experiences, and go-to-market strategies that support business objectives and customer engagement.Serve as a strategic advisor by recommending the most effective mix of content, creative, media, and marketing tactics to achieve campaign goals.Act as the executive sponsor for agency and vendor relationships, ensuring external partners understand Avnet's business priorities, customer audiences, supplier objectives, and desired outcomes.Oversee the development of marketing assets and experiences across digital, print, video, events, social media, sales enablement, and emerging channels.Champion innovative content formats, creative approaches, audience engagement strategies, and marketing practices that help Avnet stand out in a competitive marketplace.Serve as the voice of the business to agencies and external partners, while helping stakeholders translate business goals into effective marketing programs and execution strategies.Provide fiscal oversight for creative, agency, media, and production investments, ensuring budgets, contracts, and statements of work are effectively managed and aligned to business objectives, campaign priorities, and expected outcomes.Explore, pilot, and implement AI-powered tools and emerging technologies that scale content creation, improve efficiency, personalize customer experiences, and enhance marketing effectiveness.Establish scalable processes, resource models, and service standards that enable the team to efficiently support growing business demands while maintaining quality and responsiveness.Manage agency, creative, and production budgets while ensuring investments deliver measurable value, strong execution, and positive business outcomes.Other duties as assigned.Job Level Specifications:Manages direct managers and/or highly skilled specialists who exercise significant latitude and independence. Often oversees one or more departments or related teams.Establishes operating policies and procedures that affect departments and direct teams. Interprets enterprise-wide policies and procedures. Develops budgets, schedules and performance standards for one or more departments. Responsible for resources and policy formation in area of responsibility.Assignments are defined in the form of long-term objectives. Decisions are guided by resource availability, functional objectives and independent judgment.Collaborates frequently with internal and/or external management. Leads meetings and briefings for internal and/or external representatives. Often coordinates efforts between functional areas and/or members of an extended assignment/project team.Work Experience:Typically 8+ years including 3+ years of management experienceEducation and Certification(s):Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.Distinguishing Characteristic(s):Prefer 8+ years of progressive marketing, creative services, agency management, or related experience, including experience leading teams and external partners.What We Offer:Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.Generous Paid Time Off401K and Pension PlanPaid HolidaysFamily Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life InsuranceLong-term and Short-term Disability InsuranceHealth Savings Account / Flexible Spending AccountEducation AssistanceEmployee Development ResourcesEmployee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship ProgramsBenefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Avnet LLC