Position Title: Account Manager (Pharma Ad Agency) Duration: 12 Months Location/Site: Remote (Central time zone)
? Please note:
This role is initially offered as an assignment on W2 to work remotely.
Offers remote work, but preference will be given to candidates who can work in a hybrid model based in North Chicago, IL (3 days onsite), as this supports stronger team collaboration and integration.
Candidates interested in relocation would also prefer; however, relocation support is not provided.
If the candidate performs well and is considered for conversion, relocation discussions can be initiated at that stage.
PRIMARY FUNCTION / PRIMARY GOALS / OBJECTIVES: The Account Manager serves as the primary liaison between the Client Ad Agency and the brand teams and is responsible for managing the day-to-day relationships within the Agency. Working in partnership with the Agency’s creative staff and external resources/suppliers, the position provides strategic direction and counsel to help the brand teams meet their business objectives/sales goals.
? QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE ELIGIBILITY: Candidates will be considered for specific levels based on the following experience criteria:
Account Manager I: Minimum of 2 - 4+ years of total account management experience.
Account Executive II: 3-4 years of total account management experience preferred.
Account Manager II: Minimum of 4-6+ years of total account management experience.
Account Manager III: Minimum of 10 years total experience (Preferred within the last 5+ years).
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor degree required.
Pharmaceutical ad agency experience or in-house agency experience required.
Pharmaceutical industry experience (both U.S. and Global would be ideal).
High energy, positive, organized individual who is comfortable in a high-visibility role.
Ability to manage high volume project scope in a fast paced creative environment.
Great collaborator with ability to focus on both the big picture and small details.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS
Maintain knowledge of Client guidelines including, but not limited to, corporate branding, promotional material development, PromoMats review and corporate compliance.
Possess a thorough understanding of their accounts’ (both U.S. and Global) product attributes, marketing objectives, target audience, competitive environment, market dynamics and medical/regulatory/legal position.
Maintain an intimate understanding of the Agency Workflow Process including project initiation and kickoff, collaboration, necessary approvals, production and archiving.
Demonstrate critical creative thinking and problem solving skills.
Demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multi-task to enhance productivity and manage workload.
Demonstrate leadership in conflict resolution to facilitate effective outcomes.
Possess ability to work in a high-volume, rapidly paced environment.
PROJECT/PROCESS MANAGEMENT
Collaborate with the brand team in the development of creative briefs.
Recommend key promotional tactics that align with the strategy and goals of the brand.
Issue client contact reports to ensure key information is being quickly communicated to all involved stakeholders.
Review creative development of a project during concept to completion to ensure specifications, client expectations, budgets, timelines, etc. are being adhered to.
Facilitate ongoing, timely and accurate communications to ensure all projects are completed on time and within budget. Develop annual forecasts. Conduct financial reconciliations on a monthly basis.
Track time on a daily basis.
ACCOUNTABILITY / SCOPE
Reports to Client Ad Agency Account Manager or Associate Director.
Accountable for strategic direction creative/tactical execution, compliance to all related guidelines and budget.
Partners with creative team on project initiatives. Adherence to all company-wide financial policies.
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 34.00/hr.
