Job title: Senior Project Manager – Ad Agency
Duration: 12 months
 
Please note:

• Must have advertising agency experience with pharmaceutical clients at least 5 consecutive years. [this is a non-negotiable for PM II role]
• PMs are more important to have ad agency exp rather than pharma. Also, good PM experience with different projects is important if no agency/pharma for PM I role
• PMs are more important to have ad agency exp rather than pharma. Also, good PM experience with different projects is important if nThiso agency/pharma
• 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
• Also would consider candidates with no degree if they have appropriate experience, but the candidate would not be considered for FT opportunities

 
PRIMARY FUNCTION / PRIMARY GOALS / OBJECTIVES

• The Project Manager works closely with their assigned account manager to help coordinate daily activities and the ongoing relationship with their respective brand teams.

 
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

• Understand guidelines including, but not limited to, corporate branding, promotional material development, Veeva PromoMats review and corporate compliance.
• Understand the Agency Workflow Process including project initiation and kickoff, collaboration, necessary approvals, production and archiving.
• Demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multi-task to enhance productivity and manage workload.
• Possess ability to work in a high-volume, rapidly paced environment.

 
PROJECT/PROCESS MANAGEMENT

• Develop and update project timelines from initiation to completion across internal departments
• Assist on print, digital and video projects, including trafficking all projects through the Agency.
• Help facilitate ongoing, timely and accurate communications to ensure all projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Track time on a daily basis.

 
ACCOUNTABILITY / SCOPE

• Reports to their assigned Ad Agency account manager
• Partners with creative team on project initiatives
• Adherence to all company-wide financial policies

 
QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor degree Prefered
• (PM II role) 5-10 years of ad agency experience required (minimum) within the last 3-5 years, project management experience a plus
• (PM I role) PMs are more important to have ad agency exp rather than pharma. Also, good PM experience with different projects is important if no agency/pharma
• 1-5 years of pharmaceutical (not healthcare) experience within the agency
• Excellent communications skills: verbal, presentation, written
• High energy, positive, organized individual who is comfortable in a high-visibility role
• Great collaborator with ability to focus on both the big picture and small details

 
 
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: $ 40.00/hr.