Head of Media & Accounts

VML is a global creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce to create connected brands that drive growth. Guided by a Human First philosophy, VML is known for its innovative work for brands and consistently ranks among the world's leading creative companies, including the WARC Creative 100. VML's global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.

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VML is seeking Group Account Director to oversees and leads the brand's commerce initiatives in a holistic manner (digital e-commerce and in store) by providing strategic leadership and direction for the client's commercial program(s) to win at retail. You will provides strategic leadership and direction to both the internal team and to the client across the specified business unit. You will serve as the primary agency contact for the business as it pertains to larger strategic initiatives and assignments.
Manage activity workflow and align expectations within account team
Manage the creative process and brief the creative team either personally or through close oversight of Account team, reviewing concept and comp materials
Function as primary liaison to middle and senior clients on behalf of the agency regarding strategy, service-related, legal and policy issues
Support/provide strategic leadership to clients/client leads/agency and help in identifying growth opportunities and action plans for client's marketing communications goals
Oversee tracking of financial forecasting/tracking and reporting and flag any potential projected income variance to Senior Management
Manage client billing and financial status reports at a higher level
Partner with strategic planning and creative teams for concept development
Interact with all agency department heads to clearly outline current and projected workload on a quarterly basis for planning purposes
Nurture the career development of junior staff by mentoring and providing ongoing informal and formal performance feedback
10+ years experience minimum in commerce/shopper marketing, agency experience required

• A proven track record of strategic leadership in Commerce, digital, in-store visibility, and shopper marketing both in agency and CPG brand management
• Experience with Retail Media Networks, Target (Roundel) required

Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

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