Account Executive Or Senior Account Executive
Intersport is seeking to add a smart and driven marketer to its Partnerships & Experiences (P&E) team. The P&E team is integral to providing existing clients with a variety of solutions to help them reach their business and brand objectives. The Account Executive (AE), or Senior Account Executive (SAE), is responsible for a breadth of responsibilities spanning program strategy, management, and execution for the client they are assigned and ensures that work is provided in a high-quality, timely, cost-effective manner. The AE, or SAE, is expected to assist on various aspects of a piece of business as well as lead select program deliverables and should be someone seeking ownership and corresponding accountability for responsibilities focused in the area of event marketing.
Responsibilities
General:
- Embody and reflect Intersport's performance-based culture and commits him/herself and team to the highest standards for all agency work
- Work effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver executional excellence
Client Management & Communication:
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding and a passion for his/her clients' industry, business, consumer and brands, including an understanding of their competitive set and industry while updating them on industry trends and best practices
- Establish himself/herself as a trusted strategic business partner to the client and agency partners
- Demonstrate mature presence in meetings and client interaction
- Lead coordination and administration of regular conference calls
Program & Project Management:
- Create and maintain administrative documents in a clear, concise and detailed manner for client and agency backup including points of view, recaps, reporting, agendas, and timelines
- Manage the creative and production briefing process
- Accountable for managing legal process such as contract administration
- Produce research and competitive analysis
- Actively contribute in brainstorming and idea generation sessions with cross-functional teams
Event Planning & Execution:
- Manage and execute live events and event operations and the corresponding client communication and vendor management
- Ensure event-related strategy development and sell-in
- Lead on-site program execution including staff training, vendor management, troubleshooting and reporting
- Participate in occasional travel and evening/weekend work is required
Budget & Financial Management:
- Support the development and assist in the management of program budgets to achieve client needs and remain on targeted budget
- Provide clear, timely and accurate financial reporting (e.g. invoicing, reconciliation, etc.)
Team Management:
- Work collaboratively with all members of integrated internal and external teams
- Help train/provide feedback to junior team members
Salary and Benefits
The targeted salary range for this position is $55,000 to $75,000, depending on full-time, non-internship professional relevant experience. AE requires 2 to 4 years' experience; SAE requires 4 to 6 years' experience. This position includes medical, dental, vision, parental leave benefits and 401(k) with company match for qualified employees. This position does not include bonuses, commissions, or other incentives.
Qualifications
- Account Exec.: two (2) to four (4) years' professional, relevant, non-internship, full-time experience in a marketing role at an agency, brand, media company, sports or entertainment property, or related organization
- Senior Account Exec.: four (4) to six (six) years' professional, relevant, non-internship, full-time experience in a marketing role at an agency, brand, media company, sports or entertainment property, or related organization
- Strong knowledge and understanding event/experiential marketing
- Experience managing holistic brand strategies and seeing the execution through multiple marketing channels
- Ability to manage multiple programs/projects concurrently, inclusive of a detail oriented and organized approach
- Well-rounded, creative thinker
- Application of superior prioritization and time-management skills
- Ability to produce high quality work at a fast pace
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proactive, team player with a strong work ethic
- Previous experience with daily contact with clients and support teams
- Exemplary written and oral communication skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word; proficiency in Excel
- Ability to travel for business on trips typically lasting between two to five days
- Polished, professional demeanor, projects confidence and enthusiasm for the business
Intersport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.