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Mars United Commerce is seeking a Project Manager to work in a remote-friendly capacity. Candidates must reside in a commutable distance to Mars United Commerce’s Detroit or Chicago office.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee agency operations across several major CPG clients
- Independently lead the shopper marketing planning process with client and/or retailer to build customized programs for the defined retailer/brand (and participate in brand/retailer sell-in as client relationship allows)
- Oversee the implementation of client key projects
- Demonstrate persuasive written and oral communication with clients, while building strong working relationships
- Utilize advanced financial knowledge of agency P&L components and understanding of how agency resource utilization impacts their team’s overall profit performance
- Present projects to senior management that positively impact client dynamics
- Manage workflow and capacity across cross-functional teams
- Work directly with other functions (Planning, Creative, Account Service, Channel, Finance, Production) and account executives to manage timing of agency deliverables
- Take ownership of complex and high risk projects
- Quality control and trouble-shoot issues
- Training and mentorship of team
- Internal systems expert
- Assist in writing, implementing and training of new processes
- Contribute to staffing plan
SKILL SETS REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, business, or related field
- 2-3 years of marketing or advertising experience, preferably agency experience in retailer promotions
- Strategic thinking in the development of Shopper Marketing programs and management of day to day business
- Sound decision-making skills based in agency, client, and industry knowledge Passion about business and not satisfied with status quo – always thinking of ways to improve/grow assigned client/business
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to manage time, adhere to strict timelines and work well under pressure
Mars United Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, ancestry, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or handicap, HIV, veteran, marital or family status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable state and/or federal laws, except where a bonafide occupational qualification applies.
Mars United Commerce has developed a wide variety of inclusive benefit plans and policies that address and promote the needs of all employees and their family members, including comprehensive group health plans, a parental leave program that includes paid maternity and paternity benefits for pregnancy, adoption and surrogacy, flexible paid time off, a broad and confidential employee assistance program, ongoing wellness support initiatives, trusted financial health advice and guidance, promotion of education through tuition support and assistance, and a flexible and supportive work environment and culture.
Mars United Commerce has developed a wide variety of inclusive benefit plans and policies that address and promote the needs of all employees and their family members, including comprehensive group health plans, a parental leave program that includes paid maternity and paternity benefits for pregnancy, adoption and surrogacy, flexible paid time off, a broad and confidential employee assistance program, ongoing wellness support initiatives, trusted financial health advice and guidance, promotion of education through tuition support and assistance, and a flexible and supportive work environment and culture.
Compensation Range: $49,305 – $65,415 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, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be May 31, 2025.
Detroit: $49,305- $62,300
Chicago: $49,305-$65,415
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